Ointment jar and cover

Middle Kingdom

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 109

A light blue stone called anhydrite came into use during the 12th Dynasty. This vessel was recovered from a tomb containing two burials, including that of a woman. The ancient Egyptians used stone jars to store perfumed oils, ointments, and cosmetics, items considered essential in life and the afterlife, at least for those who could afford them.

Ointment jar and cover, Anhydrite

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Ointment jar and cover, Anhydrite
Ointment jar and cover, Anhydrite

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