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Mit Rahina Ware Vessel, 200-100 BC (polychrome faience)
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Mit Rahina Ware Vessel, 200-100 BC (polychrome faience)
500120 Mit Rahina Ware Vessel, 200-100 BC (polychrome faience)
by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); w:10.7 h:9.4 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: With its eggshell-thin walls and low-relief decoration, this vessel is one of the very finest examples of Mit Rahina ware. The decoration is a system of friezes incorporating non-Egyptian motifs; the griffins and rosettes are Persian, while the egg-and-dart edge pattern is Greek. Contrasting hues and traces of gold hint at an original appearance that must have been stunning.
); Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; Egyptian, out of copyright
Media ID 22918562
© Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund / Bridgeman Images
C02nd C03rd Frieze Friezes Griffin Ptolemaic Rosette Mit Rahina
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This print showcases the Mit Rahina Ware Vessel, a remarkable artifact from ancient Egypt's Ptolemaic Period. Crafted between 200-100 BC, this polychrome faience vessel is a testament to the exquisite artistry of its time. With its delicate walls and intricate low-relief decoration, this vessel stands as one of the finest examples of Mit Rahina ware. The decorative motifs incorporated in its design are a fusion of various cultural influences. Persian griffins and rosettes intertwine with Greek egg-and-dart edge patterns, creating a harmonious blend that reflects the cosmopolitan nature of ancient Egypt. The contrasting hues and subtle traces of gold hint at an original appearance that must have been truly breathtaking. This vessel would have undoubtedly caught the eye with its stunning visual impact. Now housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, this acquisition was made possible through the J. H. Wade Fund's purchase. The photograph captures every intricate detail and invites viewers to appreciate not only the craftsmanship but also the historical significance behind this extraordinary piece. Through Bridgeman Images' lens, we can explore and admire these treasures from our past, connecting us to civilizations long gone while reminding us of their enduring beauty and ingenuity.
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