Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. early 4th millennium B.C.
Cup decorated with horned animals is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. early 4th millennium B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 4.62 in. (11.73 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 4.62 in. (11.73 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1955 |
| Date | ca. early 4th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Chalcolithic period. The estimated date range is 4000 BC – 3000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Central Iran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cup decorated with horned animals?
Cup decorated with horned animals is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cup decorated with horned animals created?
Cup decorated with horned animals dates to ca. early 4th millennium B.C..
What material is Cup decorated with horned animals made from?
Cup decorated with horned animals is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Cup decorated with horned animals in the public domain?
Cup decorated with horned animals is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026