Egyptian Alabastron

An ancient Egyptian alabastron jar with narrow tapering body with slightly tapering sides.

Middle Kingdom,

Ca. 1985 -1795 BC.

Height: 1 7/8 in. (4.7 cm).

Alabaster unguent jars were used to store beauty contents of perfumes and creams of Ancient Egyptians.

Formerly in a Connecticut private collection, acquired in the 1960's.

Inv#: 8518

Guaranteed Authentic

$500

8518a

8518b

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