Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Beak-spouted jug |
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 4.72 in. (11.99 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Parthian |
| Period | Parthian |
| Date Range | 100 BC – 100 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326463