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Type: Vessels (96)
Type: Vessels (96)
Container
Africa, West Africa, Nigeria, possibly Ọ̀yọ́ region, Yorùbá-style carver
1974.208©
Squat Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 1–3
1914.648CCCC0
Cosmetic Jar in the Form of the God Bes
Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26
1995.13CCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Zimbabwe or Mozambique, Northern Nguni-style or Shona-style maker
2010.200CCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Northern Nguni-style maker
2010.201CCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Xhosa-style maker
2016.60CCCC0
Alabastron
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1995.262CCCC0
Pomegranate Vase
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE) or later
1914.612CCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, Lesotho, South Sotho maker
2010.202CCCC0
Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIc–d (3650–3300 BCE)
1914.639CCCC0
Squat Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIb (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.1987CCCC0
Cosmetic Vessel
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1982.3CCCC0
Vessel in the Form of an Ostrich Egg
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18
1914.620CCCC0
Cosmetic Vessel (Beaker)
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12, reign of Amenemhat III (1860–1814 BCE)
1985.107CCCC0
Mit Rahina Ware Vessel
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1989.31CCCC0
Unguent Bottle (Krateriskos)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, post-Amarna period or later
1914.541CCCC0
Decorated Situla
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1932.32CCCC0
Wavy-Lined Jar
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada III (3200–3000 BCE)
1920.1983CCCC0
Spouted Bowl
Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasty 4
1985.108CCCC0
Black-Topped Beaker
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada I–IIb (3900–3300 BCE)
1920.1980CCCC0
White Cross-Lined Bowl with Turtle and Sun
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada I–II (3900–3300 BCE)
1920.2008CCCC0
Black-Topped Beaker
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada I–IIb (3900–3300 BCE)
1920.2005CCCC0
Palm Wine Vessel (kuh mendu)
Cameroon, probably Babessi or Bamessing, Cameroon Grassfields potter
1998.94CCCC0
Deer-Headed Figure Vessel
Central Andes, North Coast, Moche people, Early Intermediate Period
2008.1CCCC0
Decorated Amphora with Ibex Head
Egypt, Modern pastiche
1920.1997CCCC0
Flask in the Form of a Leather Bag
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.726CCCC0
Bowl with Lotus Bud Decoration
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Roman empire (30 BCE–395 CE)
1985.183CCCC0
Box (Pyxis) in the Form of a Composite Capital
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1987.127CCCC0
Box
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, 20th century
1976.185©
Untitled B
Magdalene Odundo (British, 1950-)
1998.4©
Cosmetic Vessel (Cylinder Beaker)
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1914.813CCCC0
Lentoid Flask (Pilgrim Flask)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasties 18–19
1914.540CCCC0
Unguent Bottle (Amphoriskos)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasties 18–19
1914.566CCCC0
Shallow Dish
Egypt, Saqqara, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1914.629CCCC0
Cup
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, 20th century
1975.191©
Pyxis with Lid
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)–New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE)
1914.609CCCC0
Vessel in the Form of a Woman's Head
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Niangara area, northern Mangbetu-style potter
1929.321©
Bowl
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1994.89CCCC0
Pot
Southern Africa, South Africa, Zulu-style potter
1999.192CCCC0
Vessel
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu, early 20th century
1992.69CCCC0
Jar
Africa, West Africa, Nupe style, unknown potter
1995.210CCCC0
Vessel
Mbitim (Sudanese)
1996.301©
Vessel
Mbitim (Sudanese)
1996.302©
Carved Bowl
Melanesia, New Guinea, Abelam people, late 20th century
1999.10©
Carved Bowl
New Guinea, Abelman, late 20th century
1999.11©
Lidded Pot
Southern Africa, South Africa, Zulu, mid-20th century
1999.13CCCC0
Hathor Jar
Egypt, probably Malqata, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)–reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1914.640CCCC0
Long-Necked Flask with Lid
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.619CCCC0
Dish in the Form of a Shell
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18
1914.814CCCC0
Deep Bowl
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE) or modern forgery
1914.581CCCC0
Marsh Bowl Fragment
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Hatshepsut (c. 1479–1458 BCE) or reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)
1914.613CCCC0
Alabastron
Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26 or later
1914.623CCCC0
Long-Necked Flask with Strap Handle and Lid
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.618CCCC0
Long-Necked Flask with Strap Handle
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE) or later
1914.539CCCC0
Squat Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIb (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.1988CCCC0
Cylindrical Bowl or Jar
Egypt, Roman Empire or modern forgery
1914.580CCCC0
Decorated Bowl
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)–New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE)
1914.608CCCC0
Tall Jar with Rope Patterns
Egypt, Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, tomb 2305, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasty 3, reign of Djoser (c. 2650 BCE)–reign of Sneferu (2613–2589 BCE)
1914.624CCCC0
Ribbed Bowl (Tazza)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)–reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1914.625CCCC0
Offering Table
Egypt, probably Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.653CCCC0
Long-Necked Flask (Krateriskos)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.812CCCC0
Spouted Jar
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)
1915.49CCCC0
Water Jar (Globular Jar)
Egypt, Haraga, cemetery S, tomb 366, excavated in 1914, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1915.61CCCC0
Fragment
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1932.34CCCC0
Bes Lamp
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE)
1987.1017CCCC0
Bull's-head Lamp
Greece, Greco-Roman Period
1989.1005CCCC0
Water Jug and Carrying Strap
Africa, unknown maker
1915.460CCCC0
Vessel with Rope Stand
Asibi Waje Kwali (Nigerian)
1988.244©
Wavy-Handled Jar
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIa (3650–3300 BCE) or later
1920.1984CCCC0
Storage Jar
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada III (3200–3000 BCE) jar, with modern painted decoration
1920.1985CCCC0
Decorated Jar with Rope Pattern
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IId (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.1986CCCC0
Jug or Pitcher
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasties 18–19
1914.579CCCC0
Jar with Tall Neck
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Roman empire (30 BCE–395 CE)
1914.610CCCC0
Situla
Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE)
1914.611CCCC0
Marsh Bowl
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Hatshepsut (c. 1479–1458 BCE) or reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)
1914.614CCCC0
Collared Jar
Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE)–First Intermediate period (2123–2040 BCE), Dynasties 5–11
1914.622CCCC0
Cosmetic Vessel
Egypt, Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, tomb 2331, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Predynastic, Dynasty 2-3, 2770-2573 BC
1914.636CCCC0
Squat Dummy Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, probably Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.637CCCC0
Dish
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.645CCCC0
Squat Dummy Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, probably Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, tomb 2347, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.646CCCC0
Magic Bottle
Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasties 5–6
1914.681CCCC0
Kohl Jar with Lid
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1915.31CCCC0
Drinking Cup
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1915.43CCCC0
Shallow Dish
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1916.2031CCCC0
Bowl
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1916.2044CCCC0
Bowl
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1916.2075CCCC0
Barbotine Vase
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Roman empire (30 BCE–395 CE)
1920.1996CCCC0
Black-Topped Bowl
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada II (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.2006CCCC0
Blue-Painted Jar
Egypt, Amarna, house T.36.54. Excavations of the Egypt Exploration Society, 1930, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1932.33CCCC0
Box
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1975.192CCCC0
Basket
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu-style maker
1929.326CCCC0
Cup
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1954.374CCCC0
Cup
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bushoongo, 20th century
1954.375CCCC0
Set of Nesting Wedding Baskets
Africa, Western Sudan, Burkina Faso, Lobi, 20th century (?)
1975.1011CCCC0
Cup
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, 20th century
1996.265CCCC0
Grain Pot
Makonde, mid 20th century
1998.151©
Title, DateArtist / CultureAccession numberMediumDimensionsCredit lineRights
Container
Africa, West Africa, Nigeria, possibly Ọ̀yọ́ region, Yorùbá-style carver
1974.208Wood, paint, and iron alloyOverall: 45.7 cm (18 in.)Gift of Katherine C. White©
Squat Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 1–3
1914.648pegmatitic hornblende dioriteDiameter: 21.1 cm (8 5/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.); Overall: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.); Diameter of mouth without rim: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Cosmetic Jar in the Form of the God Bes
Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26
1995.13Egyptian blueOverall: 9.3 x 6.1 x 4.1 cm (3 11/16 x 2 3/8 x 1 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Zimbabwe or Mozambique, Northern Nguni-style or Shona-style maker
2010.200Gourd and copper alloyOverall: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Northern Nguni-style maker
2010.201Wood, glass beads, shell, and cottonOverall: 20.3 cm (8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa, Xhosa-style maker
2016.60Hide, earth, and bloodGift of Frank Herreman in memory of Hendrik and Marcelle HerremanCCCC0
Alabastron
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1995.262travertineDiameter: 3.3 cm (1 5/16 in.); Overall: 22.9 cm (9 in.); Stopper: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.); Body: 19.1 x 2.5 cm (7 1/2 x 1 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Pomegranate Vase
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE) or later
1914.612blue vitreous faienceDiameter: 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 1 cm (3/8 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Snuff Container
Africa, Southern Africa, Lesotho, South Sotho maker
2010.202Horn and woodOverall: 10.3 x 4 x 3.5 cm (4 1/16 x 1 9/16 x 1 3/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Decorated Jar with Boat Scenes
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIc–d (3650–3300 BCE)
1914.639marl clay potteryDiameter: 28.2 cm (11 1/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 15.2 cm (6 in.); Overall: 32 cm (12 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Squat Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIb (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.1987marl clay potteryDiameter: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.); Overall: 14.5 x 23.2 cm (5 11/16 x 9 1/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Cosmetic Vessel
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1982.3anhydriteDiameter: 7 cm (2 3/4 in.); Overall: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)Edwin R. and Harriet Pelton Perkins Memorial FundCCCC0
Vessel in the Form of an Ostrich Egg
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18
1914.620travertineDiameter: 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.); Overall: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Cosmetic Vessel (Beaker)
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12, reign of Amenemhat III (1860–1814 BCE)
1985.107obsidian and goldDiameter: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.); Overall: 4.9 cm (1 15/16 in.); Diameter of base: 2.6 cm (1 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Mit Rahina Ware Vessel
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1989.31polychrome faienceDiameter: 10.7 cm (4 3/16 in.); Overall: 9.4 cm (3 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Unguent Bottle (Krateriskos)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, post-Amarna period or later
1914.541glassDiameter: 8.1 cm (3 3/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 7.1 cm (2 13/16 in.); Overall: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Decorated Situla
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1932.32bronzeDiameter: 15.5 cm (6 1/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 10.2 cm (4 in.); Overall: 28.3 cm (11 1/8 in.); with handle: 45.2 cm (17 13/16 in.)The Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Wavy-Lined Jar
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada III (3200–3000 BCE)
1920.1983marl clay potteryDiameter: 10.1 cm (4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.); Overall: 26.8 cm (10 9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Spouted Bowl
Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasty 4
1985.108anorthosite gneissDiameter: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.); Overall: 6.4 cm (2 1/2 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. and various donors by exchangeCCCC0
Black-Topped Beaker
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada I–IIb (3900–3300 BCE)
1920.1980Nile silt potteryDiameter: 12.4 cm (4 7/8 in.); Overall: 29.1 cm (11 7/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
White Cross-Lined Bowl with Turtle and Sun
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada I–II (3900–3300 BCE)
1920.2008Nile silt potteryDiameter: 18.1 cm (7 1/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 13.7 cm (5 3/8 in.); Overall: 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Black-Topped Beaker
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada I–IIb (3900–3300 BCE)
1920.2005Nile silt potteryDiameter: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.); Overall: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Palm Wine Vessel (kuh mendu)
Cameroon, probably Babessi or Bamessing, Cameroon Grassfields potter
1998.94TerracottaOverall: 45 cm (17 11/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Deer-Headed Figure Vessel
Central Andes, North Coast, Moche people, Early Intermediate Period
2008.1ceramic, slipOverall: 26.5 x 14 x 25.5 cm (10 7/16 x 5 1/2 x 10 1/16 in.)Jo Hershey Selden FundCCCC0
Decorated Amphora with Ibex Head
Egypt, Modern pastiche
1920.1997marl clay wareDiameter: 21.2 cm (8 3/8 in.); Overall: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Flask in the Form of a Leather Bag
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.726Nile silt wareOverall: 13.5 x 7.4 x 5 cm (5 5/16 x 2 15/16 x 1 15/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Bowl with Lotus Bud Decoration
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Roman empire (30 BCE–395 CE)
1985.183bright turquoise blue faienceDiameter: 10.6 cm (4 3/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 9.4 cm (3 11/16 in.); Overall: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Box (Pyxis) in the Form of a Composite Capital
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE)
1987.127pale robin's-egg blue faienceBox: 11.4 x 10.8 x 2 cm (4 1/2 x 4 1/4 x 13/16 in.); Lid: 11.2 x 10.8 x 3.1 cm (4 7/16 x 4 1/4 x 1 1/4 in.)Gift of Mrs. Shelby White; Purchase from the J.H. Wade Fund; and, by exchange, The John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Box
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, 20th century
1976.185Wood and tukulaOverall: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Gift of Katherine C. White©
Untitled B
Magdalene Odundo (British, 1950-)
1998.4terracottaOverall: 45.3 x 27.4 x 28.1 cm (17 13/16 x 10 13/16 x 11 1/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Cosmetic Vessel (Cylinder Beaker)
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1914.813travertineDiameter of mouth: 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.); Overall: 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Lentoid Flask (Pilgrim Flask)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasties 18–19
1914.540glassDiameter: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 4 cm (1 9/16 in.); Overall: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Unguent Bottle (Amphoriskos)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasties 18–19
1914.566glassDiameter: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.); Overall: 17 cm (6 11/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Shallow Dish
Egypt, Saqqara, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1914.629travertineDiameter: 35.9 cm (14 1/8 in.); Overall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Cup
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, 20th century
1975.191WoodOverall: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.)Gift of Katherine C. White©
Pyxis with Lid
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)–New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE)
1914.609turquoise faience with black decorationOverall: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.); Diameter of box: 8.3 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Vessel in the Form of a Woman's Head
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Niangara area, northern Mangbetu-style potter
1929.321TerracottaDiameter: 30 x 14.6 x 22.1 cm (11 13/16 x 5 3/4 x 8 11/16 in.); Overall: 31.2 cm (12 5/16 in.)Gift of the Gilpin Players of Karamu House©
Bowl
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1994.89EarthenwareDiameter: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.); Overall: 8.4 cm (3 5/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Pot
Southern Africa, South Africa, Zulu-style potter
1999.192TerracottaOverall: 26.7 x 25.4 cm (10 1/2 x 10 in.)Gift of Bernie and Sue Pucker in memory of Robert P. BergmanCCCC0
Vessel
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu, early 20th century
1992.69terracottaDiameter: 17.1 cm (6 3/4 in.); Overall: 35 x 15.6 cm (13 3/4 x 6 1/8 in.)The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Collection, Gift of William Mathewson MillikenCCCC0
Jar
Africa, West Africa, Nupe style, unknown potter
1995.210TerracottaDiameter: 35.7 cm (14 1/16 in.); Overall: 36.9 cm (14 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Vessel
Mbitim (Sudanese)
1996.301TerracottaOverall: 22.9 cm (9 in.)Sundry Purchase Fund©
Vessel
Mbitim (Sudanese)
1996.302TerracottaOverall: 25.4 cm (10 in.)Sundry Purchase Fund©
Carved Bowl
Melanesia, New Guinea, Abelam people, late 20th century
1999.10earthenware with mineral pigmentsDiameter: 29 cm (11 7/16 in.); Overall: 12.6 cm (4 15/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Carved Bowl
New Guinea, Abelman, late 20th century
1999.11earthenware with mineral pigmentsDiameter: 28.4 cm (11 3/16 in.); Overall: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Lidded Pot
Southern Africa, South Africa, Zulu, mid-20th century
1999.13Terracotta and plant fiberDiameter: 45.7 cm (18 in.); Overall: 33 cm (13 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Hathor Jar
Egypt, probably Malqata, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)–reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1914.640Nile silt wareDiameter: 18.7 cm (7 3/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.); Overall: 37.8 cm (14 7/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Long-Necked Flask with Lid
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.619travertineDiameter: 9.7 cm (3 13/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.); Overall: 16.4 cm (6 7/16 in.); Diameter of lid: 6.6 cm (2 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Dish in the Form of a Shell
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18
1914.814travertineOverall: 2.4 x 9.1 cm (15/16 x 3 9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Deep Bowl
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Ptolemaic dynasty (305–30 BCE) or modern forgery
1914.581bronzeDiameter: 13.9 cm (5 1/2 in.); Overall: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Marsh Bowl Fragment
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Hatshepsut (c. 1479–1458 BCE) or reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)
1914.613blue faience with purple decorationOverall: 9 x 1.6 cm (3 9/16 x 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Alabastron
Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26 or later
1914.623travertineDiameter: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 2.1 cm (13/16 in.); Overall: 25.4 cm (10 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Long-Necked Flask with Strap Handle and Lid
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.618travertineDiameter: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.); Overall: 16.9 cm (6 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Long-Necked Flask with Strap Handle
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE) or later
1914.539glassDiameter: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.); Overall: 10 cm (3 15/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Squat Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIb (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.1988marl clayDiameter: 21.2 cm (8 3/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.); Overall: 15.2 cm (6 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Cylindrical Bowl or Jar
Egypt, Roman Empire or modern forgery
1914.580bronzeDiameter: 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Overall: 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Decorated Bowl
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)–New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE)
1914.608turquoise faience with black painted decorationDiameter: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.); Overall: 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Tall Jar with Rope Patterns
Egypt, Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, tomb 2305, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasty 3, reign of Djoser (c. 2650 BCE)–reign of Sneferu (2613–2589 BCE)
1914.624travertineDiameter: 13.1 cm (5 3/16 in.); Overall: 23.7 cm (9 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Ribbed Bowl (Tazza)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)–reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1914.625travertineDiameter: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.); Overall: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Offering Table
Egypt, probably Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.653anorthosit e gneissDiameter: 30.4 cm (11 15/16 in.); Overall: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Long-Necked Flask (Krateriskos)
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)–reign of Amenhotep III (1390–1352 BCE)
1914.812travertineDiameter: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.); Overall: 10.9 cm (4 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Spouted Jar
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE)
1915.49Nile silt wareDiameter: 12.7 cm (5 in.); Diameter of mouth: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.); Overall: 10.3 cm (4 1/16 in.)Gift of the British School of Archaeology in EgyptCCCC0
Water Jar (Globular Jar)
Egypt, Haraga, cemetery S, tomb 366, excavated in 1914, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1915.61marl clayDiameter: 17.9 cm (7 1/16 in.); Overall: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.); Diameter of aperture: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of the British School of Archaeology in EgyptCCCC0
Fragment
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1932.34turquoise faienceOverall: 3.4 x 1.2 cm (1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)Gift of the Egypt Exploration SocietyCCCC0
Bes Lamp
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE)
1987.1017Nile silt clayOverall: 9.3 x 5.3 cm (3 11/16 x 2 1/16 in.)The Harold T. Clark Educational Extension FundCCCC0
Bull's-head Lamp
Greece, Greco-Roman Period
1989.1005Nile silt clayOverall: 3.8 x 6.3 cm (1 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.)The Harold T. Clark Educational Extension FundCCCC0
Water Jug and Carrying Strap
Africa, unknown maker
1915.460Terracotta and plant fiberOverall: 64.8 cm (25 1/2 in.); Diameter of mouth with rim: 17.8 x 8.9 cm (7 x 3 1/2 in.)Educational Purchase FundCCCC0
Vessel with Rope Stand
Asibi Waje Kwali (Nigerian)
1988.244Ceramic and plant fiberVessel: 36.4 cm (14 5/16 in.)Gift of Phyllis Sloane in memory of David Sloane©
Wavy-Handled Jar
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IIa (3650–3300 BCE) or later
1920.1984marl clay wareDiameter: 10.9 cm (4 5/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.); Overall: 28.7 cm (11 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Storage Jar
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada III (3200–3000 BCE) jar, with modern painted decoration
1920.1985marl clay wareDiameter: 25.1 cm (9 7/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.); Overall: 29.5 cm (11 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Decorated Jar with Rope Pattern
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada IId (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.1986marl clayDiameter: 29.4 cm (11 9/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.); Overall: 36.8 cm (14 1/2 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Jug or Pitcher
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasties 18–19
1914.579bronzeDiameter: 9.6 cm (3 3/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 6.1 cm (2 3/8 in.); Overall: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Jar with Tall Neck
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Roman empire (30 BCE–395 CE)
1914.610blue faienceDiameter: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 3.4 cm (1 5/16 in.); Overall: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Situla
Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE)
1914.611turquoise faienceDiameter: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.); Overall: 12.4 cm (4 7/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Marsh Bowl
Egypt, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Hatshepsut (c. 1479–1458 BCE) or reign of Tuthmosis III (1479–1425 BCE)
1914.614blue faience with purple decorationDiameter: 22.3 cm (8 3/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Collared Jar
Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE)–First Intermediate period (2123–2040 BCE), Dynasties 5–11
1914.622limestoneDiameter: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.); Overall: 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Cosmetic Vessel
Egypt, Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, tomb 2331, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Predynastic, Dynasty 2-3, 2770-2573 BC
1914.636limestoneDiameter: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.); Overall: 1 cm (3/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Squat Dummy Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, probably Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.637sandstoneDiameter: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 2.5 cm (1 in.); Overall: 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Dish
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.645anorthosite gneissDiameter: 22 cm (8 11/16 in.); Overall: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Squat Dummy Jar with Lug Handles
Egypt, probably Saqqara, north of the Step Pyramid, tomb 2347, excavations of J. E. Quibell, 1910-1911, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasties 2–3
1914.646hornblende dioriteDiameter: 18.6 cm (7 5/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.); Overall: 10 cm (3 15/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Magic Bottle
Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasties 5–6
1914.681quartz crystalDiameter: 2 cm (13/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Kohl Jar with Lid
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1915.31travertineDiameter: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.); Diameter of mouth: 1.4 cm (9/16 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Gift of the British School of Archaeology in EgyptCCCC0
Drinking Cup
Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12
1915.43Nile silt wareDiameter: 8.6 cm (3 3/8 in.); Overall: 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.)Gift of the British School of Archaeology in EgyptCCCC0
Shallow Dish
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1916.2031travertineDiameter: 41.8 cm (16 7/16 in.); Overall: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Bowl
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1916.2044travertineDiameter: 24.2 cm (9 1/2 in.); Overall: 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Bowl
Egypt, Early Dynastic (2950–2647 BCE), Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer (c. 2700 BCE) or later
1916.2075anorthosite gneissDiameter: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.); Overall: 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Barbotine Vase
Egypt, Greco-Roman period (332 BCE–395 CE), Roman empire (30 BCE–395 CE)
1920.1996Marl clay wareDiameter: 11.7 cm (4 5/8 in.); Diameter of mouth: 4.4 cm (1 3/4 in.); Overall: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Black-Topped Bowl
Egypt, Predynastic (5000–2950 BCE), Naqada II (3650–3300 BCE)
1920.2006Nile siltDiameter: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.); Overall: 7.6 cm (3 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Blue-Painted Jar
Egypt, Amarna, house T.36.54. Excavations of the Egypt Exploration Society, 1930, New Kingdom (1540–1069 BCE), Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten (1351–1334 BCE)
1932.33Nile silt wareDiameter of mouth: 10.4 cm (4 1/8 in.); Overall: 23 cm (9 1/16 in.)Gift of the Egypt Exploration SocietyCCCC0
Box
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1975.192WoodOverall: 25.4 cm (10 in.)Gift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Basket
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu-style maker
1929.326Plant fibers and dyeOverall: 22.5 cm (8 7/8 in.); Diameter of top: 31.6 cm (12 7/16 in.)Gift of the Gilpin Players of Karamu HouseCCCC0
Cup
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1954.374WoodDiameter: 8.8 cm (3 7/16 in.); Overall: 14.2 cm (5 9/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Louise M. Dunn in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Russell JelliffeCCCC0
Cup
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Bushoongo, 20th century
1954.375WoodDiameter: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.); Overall: 19.9 cm (7 13/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. Louise M. Dunn in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Russell JelliffeCCCC0
Set of Nesting Wedding Baskets
Africa, Western Sudan, Burkina Faso, Lobi, 20th century (?)
1975.1011Plant fiber and leatherDiameter of mouth with rim: 16.6 x 15.2 cm (6 9/16 x 6 in.); Diameter of base: 6.4 x 3.2 cm (2 1/2 x 1 1/4 in.); Part 2: 16.6 x 14 cm (6 9/16 x 5 1/2 in.); Part 3: 13.8 x 12.7 cm (5 7/16 x 5 in.); Part 4: 13.1 x 11.5 cm (5 3/16 x 4 1/2 in.); Part 5: 12.1 x 10.5 cm (4 3/4 x 4 1/8 in.); at mouth: 6.4 x 5.8 cm (2 1/2 x 2 5/16 in.); Across top: 6.8 x 7 cm (2 11/16 x 2 3/4 in.); Body: 5.4 x 4.9 cm (2 1/8 x 1 15/16 in.); Width at top: 10 x 9.3 cm (3 15/16 x 3 11/16 in.); width of mouth: 9.5 x 8.3 cm (3 3/4 x 3 1/4 in.)The Harold T. Clark Educational Extension FundCCCC0
Cup
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba, 20th century
1996.265WoodOverall: 14.5 x 10.5 x 12.6 cm (5 11/16 x 4 1/8 x 4 15/16 in.)Gift of Harry W. LangworthyCCCC0
Grain Pot
Makonde, mid 20th century
1998.151Terracotta and colorantDiameter: 45.5 cm (17 15/16 in.); Overall: 35.5 cm (14 in.)John L. Severance Fund©