ough its prototypes of a slightly differingshape are well known at an earlier date. No 10 may be placed almost in tlie samecategory with No. 8. The material is muchthe same, and it suggests equally the polishedred ware of prehistoric times. Nos. 11 and 12 are rough pots of the samematerial and… … d, r, ylln s, yt-hr. OBJECTS FROM THE STAIRWAY TOMBS 27 wliich they are equally characteristic of theearly dynasties. The surface is generally quitewithout finish, being dull and rough, withyellow-biown or dark brown colour. Itsappearance is well shown by the photogra])h ofpottery types on Plate…