04/04/2024
Calcite Tall Vase Inlaid with Faience
A brownish residue from a perfumed oil was found inside this Egyptian alabaster tall vase from the Tomb of Tutankhamun. Oils, essential for rituals, were highly valued.
The Tomb of Tutankhamun contained various artifacts, including perfumed oil vases. This vase was discovered during the excavation of his tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Egypt. It is believed that the vase was used to hold perfumed oils or other aromatic substances, which were commonly used in ancient Egyptian rituals and for personal grooming. This vase is an example of the intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized ancient Egyptian art and culture.
Height: 65.8 cm. GEM. 70
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