OINTMENT JAR Egypt, Naqada III, c. 3200-3000... Lot 26

OINTMENT JAR Egypt, Naqada III, c. 3200-3000 BC Pink and beige breccia Height 6.5 cm The ovoid body is surmounted by a short, slightly flared neck with a bead. Flat discoidal base. For a similar model see PETRIE, F., Prehistoric Egypt, 1974, pl. XL II, n°197 Provenance: Former collection of M. l'ambassadeur B. de L., early 20th century Paris, private collection A PREDYNASTIC BRECCIA OINTMENT VASE, NAQADA III, 3200-3000 B.C. 2,6 in. High With ovoid body, surmounted by a rimmed collar. Flat discoidale base.