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A work made of breccia.

Vessel with Lug Handles

Predynastic Period, Naqada II–III (about 3500–3000 BCE)

Egyptian

Egypt

This jar was carved from very hard stone using a simple drill fitted with a copper tip. The small lug handles allowed for it to be suspended by cords. Vessels like this one were probably used for the storage of ointment or liquids.

Breccia

Arts of Africa