Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornaments3rd millennium B.C.Beads is a stone-ornaments of Iran origin created in 3rd millennium B.C. using stone measuring String: L. 11.3 cm Largest bead: 2.6 cm x Diam. 1.9 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone |
| Dimensions | String: L. 11.3 cm Largest bead: 2.6 cm x Diam. 1.9 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1938 |
| Date | 3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture. The estimated date range is 3000 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Beads?
Beads is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Beads created?
Beads dates to 3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Beads made from?
Beads is crafted from stone.
Is Beads in the public domain?
Beads is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026