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Ancient Egyptian

Unguent Vessel

Old Kingdom–Middle Kingdom (?), Dynasty 3–12 (about 2686–1773 BCE)
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster)
6.88 × 6.95 cm (2.7 × 2.7 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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