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Written by: Nikolai RomanoContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
African, Oceanic & Americas Art · Catalogue no. 213035
Ancient EgyptianAlabastron (Container for Scented Oil)
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | Ancient Egyptian |
|---|---|
| Date | Late Period, Dynasty 26–31 (?) (664–332 BCE) |
| Culture / Origin | Egypt |
| Medium | Travertine (Egyptian alabaster) |
| Dimensions | 8 × 3.8 cm (3 1/8 × 1 1/2 in.); Diam.: 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Africa |
| Type | Vessel |
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