Egyptian Painted Faience Cosmetic Jar, 1550-1300 BC. (item #894923)

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Egyptian Painted Faience Cosmetic Jar, 1550-1300 BC.

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Egyptian Painted Faience Cosmetic Jar, 1550-1300 BC.

EGYPTIAN PAINTED COSMETIC JAR, MIDDEL KINDONM, 1550-1300 BC.
MEASUREMENTS: 9 cm. High.
CONDITION: Neck Repaired, ather wise as shown in the pictures. Mounted on a plexi-glass stand.
LITERATURE: At the height of the Egyptian empire, this lovely vessel may have contained balms, perfumes or cosmetics. Originally colored sky blue, it was adorned with bold patterns in black. As we hold it today, we are aware of the touch of other hands long ago. Perhaps some dark-eyed beauty placed kohl or ground malachite on her eyelids from it. If we close our eyes, we can almost picture her at her toilette, laughing with her friends, anticipating some beloved. Such an object connects us in an intimate way with the world of the past. In its presence, we cross the bridge of time and set the imagination on a wondrous journey of discovery.
PROVENANCE: 2008, Israel Dealer. Israel Export License nº 9915 / All purchases will be accompanied by a valid export license approved and issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture.

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