Kohl Pot
Description
Object Label: Kohl Pots The Egyptians stored kohl in squat containers usually made of stone. A kohl pot’s specialized function required a certain shape: broad, low proportions that fit in the palm of the hand; an opening wide enough to allow the insertion of a finger or applicator; and a tight lid to protect the contents from dust, wind, and moisture. Although the shape remained consistent, craftsmen used different colored materials to achieve variety. Caption: Kohl Pot, ca. 1938–1700 B.C.E.. Egyptian alabaster, galena, 37.649Ea: 1 3/8 x Diam. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 x 3.5 cm) 37.649Eb: 1/4 x Diam. 1 1/4 in. (0.6 x 3.1 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 37.649Ea-b. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
AI image analysis GPT-4o-2024-08-06
Machine-generated from the object's image on May 2026. Not curatorial; treat deities, names, and signs below as the model's best reading, not authority.
Two ancient Egyptian stone vessels with lids displayed on a surface.
The image depicts two small, rounded stone vessels with flat bases and wide, flared rims, accompanied by a lid that appears to fit on one of the jars. The vessels are placed on a display surface, likely within a museum setting. Their style suggests they were used for holding substances such as ointments or perfumes. The craftsmanship indicates skilled stone carving typical of ancient Egyptian artifacts.
Cross-references (2)
- BKM-Accession 37.649Ea-b tier-2
- BKM-Object 4076 tier-2
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