Penannular Earring

Medium: Egyptian alabaster

Geograhical Locations:

• Egypt

Dates:ca. 1539–1190 B.C.E.

Dimensions: 7/16 × Diam. 1 7/16 in. (1.1 × 3.7 cm)

Collections:

• Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Accession Number: 37.1454E

Image: CUR.37.1454E_view02.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Alabaster earring of the penannular, or cleft ring type. The ends of the loop are roughly pointed. Both outer and inner surfaces curve convexly; the inner surface less so than the outer. Condition: Good.

Brooklyn Museum