Part of the rim of a vessel made from fine creamy ware, painted with a naked couple and lotuses.The man is bearded and the woman holds a large patterned object in front of her. This is a rare example of a narrative scene in Meroitic and was probably influenced by contemporary styles in Alexandria. The scene was possibly meant to be erotic.
Present location |
LIVERPOOL MUSEUM [03/061] LIVERPOOL |
Inventory number |
49.47.840 |
Dating |
MEROITIC PERIOD |
Archaeological Site |
BEGRAWIYA |
Category |
UNDEFINABLE |
Material |
POTTERY |
Technique |
FORMED ON THE POTTER'S WHEEL |
Depth |
4 cm |