Basin or bucket with handle and attachments
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. 9th century B.C.

Basin or bucket with handle and attachments is a metalwork-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using bronze measuring 3 x 7.01 in. (7.62 x 17.81 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze
Dimensions3 x 7.01 in. (7.62 x 17.81 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, The Adelaide Milton de Groot Fund, in memory of the de Groot and Hawley families, 1976
Dateca. 9th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 800 BC.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Basin or bucket with handle and attachments?

Basin or bucket with handle and attachments is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Basin or bucket with handle and attachments created?

Basin or bucket with handle and attachments dates to ca. 9th century B.C..

What material is Basin or bucket with handle and attachments made from?

Basin or bucket with handle and attachments is crafted from bronze.

Is Basin or bucket with handle and attachments in the public domain?

Basin or bucket with handle and attachments is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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