Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 6th–5th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Cosmetic tray with sphinx |
| Medium | Limestone |
| Dimensions | H. 4.5 in. (11.43 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–5th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund and Mrs. Vladimir S. Littauer Gift, 1999 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 600 BC – 400 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Egypt or Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327826