Fragment of an Inscribed Vessel
Storage jars and amphorae often bore inscriptions identifying their contents and the place delivering the provision. Of the inscription written on this vessel, only the words 'regnal year 40' remain, but they are enough to date the piece to the reign of Ramesses II or Thutmose III, the only two kings of the New Kingdom to reign for fourty years and more.
Artwork Details
- Title: Fragment of an Inscribed Vessel
- Period: New Kingdom
- Dynasty: Dynasty 18-19
- Date: ca. 1439–1430 or 1239–1230 B.C.
- Geography: From Egypt, Upper Egypt, Thebes, Valley of the Kings, Workmen's Huts near KV 55 (site 18) or between KV 18 and KV 21, or from chip heaps in same branch of Valley, Davis/Ayrton excavations, 1907–08
- Medium: Pottery, ink
- Dimensions: l. 9.7 cm (3 13/16 in); w. 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in)
- Credit Line: Gift of Theodore M. Davis, 1909
- Object Number: 09.184.207
- Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art
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