Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. early 1st millennium B.C.Cup with a frieze of gazelles is a metalwork-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. early 1st millennium B.C. using gold measuring H. 2 1/2 in. (6.5 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | H. 2 1/2 in. (6.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. early 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 750 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northwestern Iran, Caspian region. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cup with a frieze of gazelles?
Cup with a frieze of gazelles is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cup with a frieze of gazelles created?
Cup with a frieze of gazelles dates to ca. early 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Cup with a frieze of gazelles made from?
Cup with a frieze of gazelles is crafted from gold.
Is Cup with a frieze of gazelles in the public domain?
Cup with a frieze of gazelles is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026