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A work made of stone.

Vessel with Lug Handles

Predynastic Period/Old Kingdom (about 4000–2250 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.

Stone

Arts of Africa