Bowl fragment with the head of a ram
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. early 2nd millennium B.C.

Bowl fragment with the head of a ram is a stone-vessels of Elamite origin created in ca. early 2nd millennium B.C. using bitumen compound measuring 4.17 x 3.43 in. (10.59 x 8.71 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBitumen compound
Dimensions4.17 x 3.43 in. (10.59 x 8.71 cm)
ClassificationStone-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1948
Dateca. early 2nd millennium B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Elamite culture, dating from the Old Elamite period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1750 BC.

Geography

Origin: Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bowl fragment with the head of a ram?

Bowl fragment with the head of a ram is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bowl fragment with the head of a ram created?

Bowl fragment with the head of a ram dates to ca. early 2nd millennium B.C..

What material is Bowl fragment with the head of a ram made from?

Bowl fragment with the head of a ram is crafted from bitumen compound.

Is Bowl fragment with the head of a ram in the public domain?

Bowl fragment with the head of a ram 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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