Old Kingdom, ca. 2686-2160 BC. This cone-shaped bowl, expertly carved from alabaster, boasts a wide opening, circular and flat base, and delicate earthy deposits. Alabaster was a highly prized material in ancient Egypt, revered for its translucent quality and ability to capture and refract light in a truly beautiful way. This versatile stone was used in a wide range of applications, from funerary objects to items of everyday use.Size: L:50mm / W:110mm ; 245gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.