Pot That Contained a Donkey (12.181.272b-k)

Unknown

ca. 1991–1450 B.C. · Pottery, coarse light ware · Egyptian Art

While excavating on behalf of Lord Carnarvon in the area of Hatshepsut's temple, Howard Carter uncovered this small pot. Inside was a clay donkey carrying sacks of grain on its back (12.181.272b–k).

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1991–1450 B.C.

Medium

Pottery, coarse light ware

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1912