The Tastemaker

Note During the era of Predynastic Egypt, the creation of stone vessels demanded significant manpower and resources. The necessary tools and skills were refined during the Naqada II period, and their development contributed to advancements in various other technologies. The production process, encompassing extraction, transport, and carving, left a profound impact on Egyptian art and architecture. Large stone jars such as the present example stands out as amongst the most striking artistic accomplishments of the period, such items were exclusively reserved for temples and the privileged ranks of royalty. For a similar example please see: The British Museum, London, accession number EA 35698-9.