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A work made of travertine (egyptian alabaster).

Jar

Early Dynastic Period–Old Kingdom, Dynasty 1–4 (about 3000–2498 BCE)

Egyptian

Egypt

Egyptian alabaster is a form of limestone (calcite) that is found in the eastern desert of Egypt. It was favored for cosmetic and ritual offering dishes because of its beautiful color and translucent quality.

Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)

Arts of Africa