Fitzwilliam Museum — Department of Antiquities (Egyptian) · vessel

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Source of record: Fitzwilliam Museum — Department of Antiquities (Egyptian) — catalogued by the holding institution. View the original record →

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.

An ancient Egyptian stone vessel, likely used for liquid or storage.

The artifact appears to be an elongated stone vessel with a smooth, tapered form and small handles on the sides. The surface shows signs of wear, indicating its age and use. The stone has natural striations and a polished finish typical of early Egyptian craftsmanship, likely indicating a utilitarian purpose.

unclear unknown good
Materials limestone

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Found at Egypt
Materials Limestone
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