Palette in the Shape of a Boat

This palette apparently represents a Nile boat with upcurved prow and stern and a small cabin amidships. Boats played an important role in Egyptian life, both as the primary means of transportation and as important religious symbols.

• Medium: Graywacke
• Geographical Location: El Ma'mariya, Egypt
• Dates: ca. 3700-3600 B.C.E.
• Period: Predynastic Period, late Naqada I Period
• Dimensions: 4 3/16 x 1 13/16 in. (10.7 x 4.6 cm)
• Collection: Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, EXHIBITION-3, ECAMEA-3G55
• Accession Number: 07.447.613
• Image: CUR.07.447.613_erg456.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 0, 9/6/2007