Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem

New Kingdom, Ramesside

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.

Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem, Pottery, paint

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Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem, Pottery, paint
Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem, Pottery, paint
Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem, Pottery, paint
Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem, Pottery, paint
Jar from the tomb of Sennedjem, Pottery, paint

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