Jemdet Nasr · ca. 3100–2900 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 3100–2900 B.C.
Cup is a stone-vessels created in ca. 3100–2900 B.C. using stone measuring 1.18 x 3.78 x 3.27 in. (3 x 9.6 x 8.31 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone |
| Dimensions | 1.18 x 3.78 x 3.27 in. (3 x 9.6 x 8.31 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Anonymous Gift, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 3100–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cup?
Cup is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cup created?
Cup dates to ca. 3100–2900 B.C..
What material is Cup made from?
Cup is crafted from stone.
Is Cup in the public domain?
Cup is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026