Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. mid-3rd millennium B.C.
Bowl sherd is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring 1.69 x 4.72 x 3.35 in. (4.29 x 11.99 x 8.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 1.69 x 4.72 x 3.35 in. (4.29 x 11.99 x 8.51 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1972 |
| Date | ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2350 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bowl sherd?
Bowl sherd is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bowl sherd created?
Bowl sherd dates to ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Bowl sherd made from?
Bowl sherd is crafted from ceramic.
Is Bowl sherd in the public domain?
Bowl sherd is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026