Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem

New Kingdom, Ramesside

ca. 1279–1213 B.C.

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 126

One of numerous pottery vessels found in the tomb of Sennedjem and his family (see also 86.1.10), this minature example imitates a large two-handled wine jar. The pendant blossoms and petal garlands draped over its shoulder are schematic versions of both real and painted floral wreaths that would have embellished the large-scale jars used for festive or ceremonial occasions.

Other objects in the collection that were discovered in the same tomb can be viewed here.

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem
Period: New Kingdom, Ramesside
Dynasty: Dynasty 19
Reign: reign of Ramesses II
Date: ca. 1279–1213 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Deir el-Medina, Tomb of Sennedjem (TT 1), Egyptian Antiquities Service/Maspero excavations, 1885–86
Medium: Pottery, paint
Dimensions: H. 29.3 cm (11 9/16 in.); W. with handles 17 cm (6 11/16 in.); Diam. 15.5 cm (6 1/8 in.)
Credit Line: Funds from various donors, 1886
Object Number: 86.1.12
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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