Predynastic Period Collection

Black-Topped Beaker, c. 4000-3500 BC (Nile silt pottery)
491042 Black-Topped Beaker, c.4000-3500 BC (Nile silt pottery) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); Diameter - w:12.40 Overall - h:29.10 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

White Cross-Lined Bowl with Turtle and Sun, c. 4000-3400 BC (Nile silt pottery)
491056 White Cross-Lined Bowl with Turtle and Sun, c.4000-3400 BC (Nile silt pottery) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); Diameter - w:18.10 Diameter of mouth - w:13.70 Overall - h

Wavy-Lined Jar, 4000-3000 BC (marl clay pottery)
491043 Wavy-Lined Jar, 4000-3000 BC (marl clay pottery) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); Diameter - w:10.10 Diameter of mouth - w:7.50 Overall - h

Flint in the Form of a Bird, 4000-3000 BC (tan-coloured flint)
500214 Flint in the Form of a Bird, 4000-3000 BC (tan-coloured flint) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); h:5.20 w:5.20 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; John L

Palette in the Form of a Fish, c. 3500-2950 BC (graywacke)
500121 Palette in the Form of a Fish, c.3500-2950 BC (graywacke) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); w:10.50 l:23.30 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Palette in the Form of a Turtle, c. 3500-3050 BC (graywacke)
500123 Palette in the Form of a Turtle, c.3500-3050 BC (graywacke) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); w:7.80 l:9.60 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Black-Topped Beaker, 4500-3000 BC (Nile silt pottery)
491055 Black-Topped Beaker, 4500-3000 BC (Nile silt pottery) by Egyptian, Predynastic Period (c.5000-c.3100 BC); H:14 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Bull -Head Amulet 3500 BC-2950 BC Egypt Predynastic Period
Bull s-Head Amulet, c. 3500 BC-2950 BC. Egypt, Predynastic Period, Naqada II-III Periods. Amethyst; overall: 3.4 x 3.7 x 2.6 cm (1 5/16 x 1 7/16 x 1 in.)

Gebel el-Arak Knife handle, carved with land battle and sea battle scenes, late Predynastic period 3000 B.C. France, Paris, Musee du Louvre, Egyptian art

Slate cosmetic palette in shape of crocodile (eyes inserted in recent times)
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada. Slate cosmetic palette in the shape of a crocodile (eyes inserted in recent times). Length cm. 21

Bone female figure standing, lapis lazuli eyes
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada I. Bone female figure standing, lapis lazuli eyes. Height cm. 11

Painted clay vase, decorated with spiral motifs
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II or Gerzean Period, circa 3600-3250 b.C. Painted clay vase, decorated with spiral motifs, height 21.3 cm

Ceremonial mace head in shape of pear, Detail: enthroned king with crown of Lower Egypt and heb-sed or jubilee cloak
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II. Ceremonial mace head in the shape of a pear. Detail: enthroned king with the crown of Lower Egypt and the heb-sed or jubilee cloak

Reddish brown clay bottle, with white decoration
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada I. Reddish brown clay bottle, with white decoration. Height cm. 31.5

Scimitar dagger with handle decorated with animal figures in flint and ivory
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Scimitar dagger with handle decorated with animal figures in flint and ivory. Length 10.4 cm

Crocodile-shaped terracotta model of boat with male figure (probably deceased) and three small mummiform figures
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II, circa 3300 b.C. Crocodile-shaped terracotta model of a boat with a male figure (probably the deceased) and three small mummiform figures

Clay vessel with incised decoration filled with white
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Clay vessel with incised decoration filled with white, height cm.23.8

Wine jar with inscription, Detail of Hatis name enclosed by plain serekh and preceded by hieroglyphic sign depicting
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Wine jar with inscription. Detail of Hatis name enclosed by plain serekh and preceded by a hieroglyphic sign depicting a pear-shaped club

Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, commemorative paletta with relief
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Commemorative paletta with relief

Naqada II Period, Gebel el-Arak knife, with flint blade and ivory handle carved with scene of battle between warriors
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II Period. Gebel el-Arak knife, with flint blade and ivory handle carved with scene of battle between warriors armed with axes, clubs and knives

Ancient Egyptian ivory statuette of zoomorphic deity, Predynastic Period, Circa 3100 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, circa 3100 b.C. Ivory statuette of zoomorphic deity: the frog was associated to the goddess of childbirth Heqet, among others. Height 2.7 cm

Egypt, Flint knives from the Delta, predynastic period 31-30th Century B.C. Germany, Munich, Staatliche Sammlung Agyptischer Kunst (Egyptian Museum), Egyptian art

Schist cosmetic palette representing the victory of the king portrayed as a bull, verso, Predynastic Period
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Naqada culture. Schist cosmetic palette representing the victory of the king portrayed as a bull. Verso

Ancient Egyptian ceramic vase, Predynastic Period. Barian Culture
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Badarian culture ceramic vase, height 10.4 cm. The black top was probably obtained by reducing oxygen supply during firing process

Ancient Egyptian limestone gameboard used in The Game of the Snake, Predynastic Period
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. The game of the snake, played on a board shaped as a coiled snake. Limestone, 28.8 cm

Detail of commemorative slate palette known as Battlefield Palette, Predynastic Period, Circa 3200 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, circa 3200 b.C. Fragment of commemorative slate palette known as the " Battlefield Palette"

Vase with handles and dark violaceous decoration depicting boat and sail
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Vase with handles and dark violaceous decoration depicting a boat and a sail

Ancient Egyptian terracotta female statuette from Al-Bari, Predynastic Period, 5020-2835 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, 5020-2835 b.C. Terracotta female statuette, height 6.6 cm. From Al-Badari

Ancient Egyptian painted clay vase engraved and painted with parallel motifs, Predynastic Period, Naqa II Culture
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II circa 3600-3250 b.C. Small clay jar engraved and painted with parallel motifs. Height 19.2 cm

Fragment of Ancient Egyptian pyriform ceremonial limestone mace, Predynastic Period
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Fragment of pyriform ceremonial mace head, with bas relief of a procession and a men dance. Scenes from the Heb Sed ceremony. Limestone, height cm. 20

Ancient Egyptian theriomorphic vase with pigs head, Predynastic Period, Naqa II Culture, Circa 3650-3300 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II, circa 3650-3300 b.C. Theriomorphic vase with pigs head, made of black steatite and gold leaf, height cm. 2.9

Schist palette in shape of animal
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada culture. Schist palette in the shape of an animal

Egypt, Stone jar, predynastic period 31-30th Century B.C. Germany, Munich, Staatliche Sammlung Agyptischer Kunst (Egyptian Museum), Egyptian art

Egyptian commemorative palette
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Commemorative palette

Mural painting of burial chamber at Hierakonpolis, reconstruction
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Mural painting of a burial chamber at Hierakonpolis. Reconstruction

Gebel el-Arak knife, late Predynastic period, flintstone and ivory Fourth Millennium B.C. France, Paris, Musee du Louvre, Egyptian art

Ancient Egyptian carved ivory tablet depicting prisoner with arms tied up, Predynastic Period, Circa 3200-3000 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, circa 3200-3000 b.C. Carved ivory tablet depicting a prisoner with his arms tied up, 3, 9x2, 5 cm. From Abydos

Decorated vase
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, 4th millenium b.C. Naqada civilization. Decorated vase, Gerzeen period

Red and black pottery, from Abydos
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Red and black pottery. From Abydos

Detail of tablet depicting a hunting scene, Predynastic period, bas-relief 3000 B.C. France, Paris, Musee du Louvre, Egyptian art

Ancient Egyptian slate tablet and bowl for scribe, Predynastic Period, 3100-2613 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, 3100-2613 b.C. Slate tablet and bowl for scribe, length 10.6 cm

Limestone antelope-shaped vase
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Limestone antelope-shaped vase

Ancient Egyptian terracotta figurines of three small animals, Predynastic Period, Naqa II Culture, Circa 3650-3300 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada II or Gerzean Period, circa 3650-3300 b.C. Terracotta group of three small animals, mongooses or snakes. Perhaps a container lid, height 10 cm

Nude female statue in bone
Egyptian civilization Predynastic Period, 4th millenium b.C. Nude female statue in bone

Ancient Egyptian ivory statuette of woman holding child in arms, Predynastic Period, 3100-3000 B. C
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, 3100-3000 b.C. Ivory statuette of woman holding a child in her arms, height 7.5 cm

Ancient Egyptian decorated clay bottle, Predynastic Period
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period, Naqada I, 4000-3600 b.C. Reddish-brown clay bottle, decorated with white lines forming vegetable motifs, triangles and anthropomorphic figure, height 31.5 cm

Terracotta vase with painted decoration
Egyptian civilization, Predynastic Period. Terracotta vase with painted decoration

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The predynastic period of ancient Egypt, spanning from approximately 4500 to 2950 BC, was a time of great cultural and artistic development. This era is characterized by the emergence of various pottery styles and exquisite artifacts that provide valuable insights into the early civilization along the Nile. Among these remarkable artifacts are the Black-Topped Beaker and White Cross-Lined Bowl with Turtle and Sun, both crafted from Nile silt pottery around 4000-3500 BC. These vessels showcase intricate designs depicting elements of nature such as turtles and suns, reflecting the importance of natural symbolism in their culture. Another notable piece is the Wavy-Lined Jar made from marl clay pottery between 4000-3000 BC. Its unique wavy lines add an artistic touch to this functional object, highlighting the Egyptians' attention to detail even in everyday items. Flint in the Form of a Bird, dating back to 4000-3000 BC, showcases their mastery over stone carving techniques. The tan-colored flint bird demonstrates their fascination with animals and their ability to capture them in art. The Palette in the Form of a Fish (c. 3500-2950 BC) and Palette in the Form of a Turtle (c. 3500-3050 BC), both carved from graywacke stone, were used for grinding pigments during ceremonial rituals or cosmetic applications. These palettes not only served practical purposes but also displayed intricate engravings that depicted fish or turtles respectively – creatures closely associated with water symbolism. In addition to these objects, other fascinating finds include a Black-Topped Beaker (45000-30000 BC) made from Nile silt pottery; a Bull Head Amulet (35000-29500 BC) symbolizing strength and fertility; a Slate cosmetic palette shaped like a crocodile; a Bone female figure standing adorned with lapis lazuli eyes; Painted clay vase decorated with spiral motifs.