Egyptian 18th Dynasty faience kohl jar

E56

£750.00

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A green glazed faience cosmetic kohl jar with a baluster body and broad flat rim.

Kohl was a black eye-liner worn by both men and women in ancient Egypt. It was used for highlighting the eyes as well as reducing the glare of the sun and repelling insects. When used as a cosmetic, kohl was applied in order to make the wearer more sexually attractive. Due to its links to physical conception, kohl placed in the tomb of the deceased was also believed to assist with re-birth in the afterlife.

Culture
Egypt, New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, c. 1550-1292 BC

Size
5.2 x 4.5 cms

Condition
Light surface chipping to the rim and foot otherwise intact as shown

Provenance
Ex. deceased estate, Carcassone, France; collection formed c. 1900-1950.

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