Ancient Greek Corinthian Pottery Alabastron Perfume Vessel Height: 3 1/2 in

Height: 3 1/2 in

discovered in the legendary Royal Cache (DB320) at Deir el-Bahri — the same tomb complex where the mummies of some of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs were reburied

consistent with age and long-term burial

The figure features a prominent mushroom-form headdress

Ancient Greek Corinthian Pottery Alabastron Perfume Vessel Height: 3 1/2 inAuthentic ancient Greek alabastron dating to the Archaic Period (circa 700500 BC), attributed to Corinthian workshops. This elegant vessel was used to hold perfumed oils and cosmetic ointments, a luxury item in ancient Greek daily life, athletics, and funerary ritual. The piece features the classic pear shaped body, narrow neck, and flared disk rim associated with Corinthian alabastra. The body is decorated with rows of hand painted black dot