Egypt Museum

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Coptic kohl vessel

This greystone square shape vessel was used to hold kohl. Along the sides, a design of what is said to be temples. This piece was sold at an auction by a Private East Coast collection, via the Palmyra Heritage Gallery in New York City, and dates from between the 2nd and 5th Century A.D. Kohl...

Bes vessel

Bes vessel

This green-glazed composition vessel depicts the dwarf god Bes on one side and a circular display of varied animals, including a lion, ibexes, antelopes, deer and fowl on the back. One of the animals in the circle seemingly looks like a camel, but it is uncertain. Purchased by Dr Erich Cassirer and residing in the...