Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. late 5th millennium B.C.Cup decorated with ibexes is a ceramics-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. late 5th millennium B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 3.54 in. (8.99 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 3.54 in. (8.99 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1948 |
| Date | ca. late 5th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Chalcolithic period. The estimated date range is 5000 BC – 4000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cup decorated with ibexes?
Cup decorated with ibexes is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cup decorated with ibexes created?
Cup decorated with ibexes dates to ca. late 5th millennium B.C..
What material is Cup decorated with ibexes made from?
Cup decorated with ibexes is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Cup decorated with ibexes in the public domain?
Cup decorated with ibexes is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026