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Dimensions: Height: 3 1/4 inches (8
as is the case with modern glassware
there is a small amount of tearing to the sheet gold but overall it is in very good condition for an object of this type and age
acquired by the current collection 6/17/89 from Ancient Art of the New World
Pforzheim "Jewelry from Persia
An elegant Egyptian Anhydrite Kohl Vessel, Middle Kingdom, XII Dynasty, not after 1786 BCE Seals - Varia Dimensions: Height: 3 1/4 inchesThis exceptional hand carved cosmetic vessel exemplifies the functional elegance of Middle Kingdom Egyptian stonework. Fashioned from anhydrite, a rare, hard stone valued for its cool bluish gray tone, and the skill needed to shape it, the vessel features a compact, ovoid form with smooth convex walls, a rounded shoulder, and a flat base. On one side, the surface displays natural banding and veining in warm brown and cream tones, creating a striking
