Old Kingdom Alabaster Libation Jar

Origin: EgyptCirca: Old Kingdom, 6th Dynasty, 2345 BC to 2181 BCDimensions: 5" Height (12.6 cm) Medium: Alabaster A beautiful jar that is hand-carved from honey-yellow alabaster with integral bands of opaque cream and citrine hues. The conical body of the vessel has a tapered base, smooth surface textures, and a rounded shoulder which culminates in a wide circular mouth. The exterior features a short elegant spout with a V-shaped tip, a groove on the underside, and a deep channel that opens through to the interior.  The interior cavity is drilled out with some of the original striations still visible within.