Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 8th century B.C.
Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull is a stone-vessels created in ca. 8th century B.C. using chlorite measuring 1.77 x 4.61 in. (4.5 x 11.71 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chlorite |
| Dimensions | 1.77 x 4.61 in. (4.5 x 11.71 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Klejman, 1965 |
| Date | ca. 8th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull?
Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull created?
Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull dates to ca. 8th century B.C..
What material is Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull made from?
Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull is crafted from chlorite.
Is Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull in the public domain?
Bowl with a handle in the form of a winged bull is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026