Description:
Jackal-shaped head from a jar lid, of buff clay with cream-colored slip. Pointed ears, protruding eyes. Tip of proper left ear broken off. Lid most likely from shabti jar.

Tags:
ancient; archaeology; pottery; vessels; containers; animals; deaths; tombs

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