Bowl (Primary Title)
Unknown (Artist)
Vessels with white geometric patterns painted over a reddish wash were popular in the Predynastic period. Some designs duplicate basketry patterns; others may be decorative or symbolic.
Pre-Dynastic Period (Naqada I Period, Amratian)
Gift of Mrs. Charles Covell
Image released via Creative Commons CC-BY-NC
Some object records are not complete and do not reflect VMFA's full and current knowledge. VMFA makes routine updates as records are reviewed and enhanced.