Ointment Jar of Sithathoryunet ca. 1887–1813 Middle Kingdom Used by both men and women, cosmetics were an important part of ancient Egyptian beautification and the hoped-for rejuvenation of the dead. This vessel likely contained a salve or ointment for the skin. Although vessels of this shape were common during the Middle Kingdom, the use of obsidian rimmed with gold identifies them as royal possessions. They were apparently originally housed in a small Ointment Jar of Sithathoryunet 543972

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