An Egyptian Banded Alabaster Jar, 1st Dynasty, probably reign of King Den, circa 2950-2015 B.C.

of slender cylindrical form with concave sides and everted rounded rim.

Elie Albert Abemayor, Rue Kamel in front of Shepheard’s Hotel, Cairo
Mrs. Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1963), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired from the above July 7th, 1922
thence by descent to the present owners

There is a stress crack down much of one side and halfway down there is what appears to be a small patch composed of plaster and alabaster. Small nicks and abrasions on the rim, a largish ancient chip on the edge of the base, along with minor nicks, some staining on one side, remnants of tape under the concave foot.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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Cf. W.M. Flinders Petrie, Stone and Metal Vases, Warminster, England, 1977, pl. VIII, 41.

Three communications from E.A. Abemayor to Mrs. Prindle span May 30th, 1922 to January 30th, 1923.