An elegant Egyptian Anhydrite Kohl Vessel, Middle Kingdom, XII Dynasty, not after 1786 BCE Medium - Iron Together with his consort

Together with his consort

The obverse is richly ornamented in repoussé with concentric circular bosses arranged along each arm and at the intersection of the cross

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

Frame 11 1/2 x 11 3/4 inches (29

Blown from blue-green glass

An elegant Egyptian Anhydrite Kohl Vessel, Middle Kingdom, XII Dynasty, not after 1786 BCE Medium - Iron Together with his consortThis 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