Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3900–3750 B.C.

Black-topped red ware jar is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3900–3750 B.C. using pottery measuring H: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsH: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1936
Dateca. 3900–3750 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Naqada I period. The estimated date range is 3900 BC – 3750 BC.

Geography

Origin: Southern Upper Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Black-topped red ware jar?

Black-topped red ware jar is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Black-topped red ware jar created?

Black-topped red ware jar dates to ca. 3900–3750 B.C..

What material is Black-topped red ware jar made from?

Black-topped red ware jar is crafted from pottery.

Where does Black-topped red ware jar originate?

Black-topped red ware jar originates from Egypt.

Is Black-topped red ware jar in the public domain?

Black-topped red ware jar is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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