Ancient Near Eastern ArtWood-Vesselsca. 8th–10th century
Circular container with pierced handle is a wood-vessels created in ca. 8th–10th century using wood (maple tree, burl) measuring 5.38 in. (13.67 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood (maple tree, burl) |
| Dimensions | 5.38 in. (13.67 cm) |
| Classification | Wood-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jacqueline Simcox, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 8th–10th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Circular container with pierced handle?
Circular container with pierced handle is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Circular container with pierced handle created?
Circular container with pierced handle dates to ca. 8th–10th century.
What material is Circular container with pierced handle made from?
Circular container with pierced handle is crafted from wood (maple tree, burl).
Is Circular container with pierced handle in the public domain?
Circular container with pierced handle is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026