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Bowl

Source of record: Art Institute of Chicago (Egyptian) — catalogued by the holding institution. View the original record →

Description

Egyptian alabaster is a form of limestone (calcite) that is found in the Eastern Desert of Egypt. It was favored for cosmetic and ritual offering dishes because of its beautiful color and translucent quality.

Cross-references (1)

  • ARTIC-id 130073 tier-2
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