Box

Late Bronze Age · 2nd millennium B.C.

Ancient Near Eastern ArtFaience-Vessels2nd millennium B.C.

Box is a faience-vessels created in 2nd millennium B.C. using faience measuring 1.77 x 2.4 x 2.2 in. (4.5 x 6.1 x 5.59 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
Dimensions1.77 x 2.4 x 2.2 in. (4.5 x 6.1 x 5.59 cm)
ClassificationFaience-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Steven D. Robinson, 1981
Date2nd millennium B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1000 BC.

Geography

Origin: Central Asia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Box?

Box is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Box created?

Box dates to 2nd millennium B.C..

What material is Box made from?

Box is crafted from faience.

Is Box in the public domain?

Box 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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