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Islamic goldsmiths achieved extraordinary mastery in metalwork
The Gandhara region had long been a crossroads of cultural influences and during the reign of the Indian emperor Ashoka (3rd century BCE)
but individual differences also characterize and distinguish them one from the other
An Egyptian Alabaster Offering Nu-Pot, New Kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 BCE Chains - 18K White Gold Jeffrey "Ancient Gems and FingerThis finely crafted offering nu pot is made from high quality alabaster, a material prized in ancient Egypt for its translucency and purity. Alabaster, sourced from Egypt's Eastern Desert, was favored for crafting ritual vessels due to its fine grain and ease of carving. Its use in sacred contexts reflects the Egyptians' reverence for purity and permanence in their religious artifacts. Here, the vessel features a gently flared rim and a smoothly
