Shallow dishes such as this were likely used as serving and dining vessels. However, alabaster was a very popular material for carving, especially in the production of bowls, dishes and jars which were used for a variety of purposes. This is largely due to its soft porous qualities which made it far easier to work with in comparison to materials such as marble.
Ancient Egyptian Shallow Alabaster Dish
£ 190.00
A delicate Ancient Egyptian shallow alabaster dish which features a wide circular base from which the thin sides extend outwards to reach a wide, flat, flaring rim. The vessel exhibits a creamy translucent colour throughout with earthy encrustations and a slight chip in the rim.
Period: Old Kingdom
Provenance: Ex private collection acquired before 1988, London & Geneva
Condition: Good condition. Earthy encrustations likely due to age.
SOLD
| Weight | 151 g |
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| Dimensions | W 11 x H 4 cm |
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