An elegant Egyptian Anhydrite Kohl Vessel, Middle Kingdom, XII Dynasty, not after 1786 BCE Medium - Iron `Aboriginal Art 2000`

`Aboriginal Art 2000`

The dark-brown surface of this lovely bronze vessel is partially covered with a beautiful green patina

Such beakers were primarily used as drinking vessels

Together with his consort

formed in the 1970s - 2000s

An elegant Egyptian Anhydrite Kohl Vessel, Middle Kingdom, XII Dynasty, not after 1786 BCE Medium - Iron `Aboriginal Art 2000`This exceptional hand carved cosmetic vessel exemplifies the functional elegance of Middle Kingdom Egyptian stonework. Fashioned from anhydrite, a rare, hard stone valued for its cool bluish gray tone, and the skill needed to shape it, the vessel features a compact, ovoid form with smooth convex walls, a rounded shoulder, and a flat base. On one side, the surface displays natural banding and veining in warm brown and cream tones, creating a striking