Kohl Pot
Brooklyn Museum photograph
Object Label
Kohl Pots
The Egyptians stored kohl in squat containers usually made of stone.
A kohl pot’s specialized function required a certain shape: broad, low proportions that fit in the palm of the hand; an opening wide enough to allow the insertion of a finger or applicator; and a tight lid to protect the contents from dust, wind, and moisture. Although the shape remained consistent, craftsmen used different colored materials to achieve variety.
Caption
Kohl Pot, ca. 1938–1700 B.C.E.. Anhydrite, 1 3/4 x diam. 1 5/8 in. (4.5 x 4.1 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 07.447.206. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, CUR.07.447.206_erg2.jpg)
Title
Kohl Pot
Date
ca. 1938–1700 B.C.E.
Dynasty
Dynasty 12 to early Dynasty 13
Period
Middle Kingdom
Geography
Place excavated: Esna, Egypt
Medium
Anhydrite
Classification
Dimensions
1 3/4 x diam. 1 5/8 in. (4.5 x 4.1 cm)
Credit Line
Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
Accession Number
07.447.206
Rights
Creative Commons-BY
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