Iran · Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age · 5th–3rd millennium B.C.

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Ornaments5th–3rd millennium B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleAmulet
MediumCeramic
Dimensions0.24 in. (0.61 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Ornaments
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Date5th–3rd millennium B.C.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1938
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIran
PeriodChalcolithic–Early Bronze Age
Date Range5000 BC – 2000 BC

Provenance

RegionIran

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ca. 9th century B.C.Bead
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ca. 17th–16th century B.C.Plaque

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5th–3rd millennium B.C.Sherd
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5th–3rd millennium B.C.Tool
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5th–3rd millennium B.C.Sherd
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5th–3rd millennium B.C.Sherd
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 323673