Canopic Jar with Man's Head

Cleveland Museum of Art

The object is a stone jar with a human head on top. The jar is made of light-colored stone with darker streaks and has a rounded body that tapers towards the bottom. It features a wide, curved lid with a human head carved into it, the head has a smooth, rounded face with a small nose and mouth. There are lines of hieroglyphic writing on the body. The background is dark at the top and lightens towards the bottom, with a shadow cast by the jar. The overall appearance suggests an ancient artifact. The jar is titled "Canopic Jar with Man's Head" by an unknown artist.