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ampulla

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Description

A double-sided flask with similar Janiform heads of Harpokrates (or perhaps of a childlike Bes): he has vertical locks over his forehead and falling on each side of his face. The mouth of the vessel is intact and flare. It has two handles. Two-piece mould. Micaceous brown Nile silt, with a worn matt red slip: probably a misfired version of Memphis Black Ware.

Cross-references (2)

  • BM-Object Y_EA36033 tier-2
  • BM-Registration 1867,0915.67 tier-2
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