Neolithic · ca. late 8th millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. late 8th millennium B.C.
Bowl is a stone-vessels created in ca. late 8th millennium B.C. using calcite alabaster measuring 1.76 in. (4.47 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Calcite alabaster |
| Dimensions | 1.76 in. (4.47 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Sheldon and Barbara Breitbart, 1985 |
| Date | ca. late 8th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Neolithic period. The estimated date range is 8000 BC – 7000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bowl?
Bowl is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bowl created?
Bowl dates to ca. late 8th millennium B.C..
What material is Bowl made from?
Bowl is crafted from calcite alabaster.
Is Bowl in the public domain?
Bowl is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026