Cylindrical jar
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3000 B.C.

Cylindrical jar is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 1) created in ca. 3000 B.C. using stone? โ€” now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone?
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineBequest of Nina Bunshaft, 1995
Dateca. 3000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic Period period, during the Dynasty 1 dynasty. The estimated date range is 3000 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylindrical jar?

Cylindrical jar is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylindrical jar created?

Cylindrical jar dates to ca. 3000 B.C..

What material is Cylindrical jar made from?

Cylindrical jar is crafted from stone?.

Where does Cylindrical jar originate?

Cylindrical jar originates from Egypt.

Is Cylindrical jar in the public domain?

Cylindrical jar is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access ยท Last updated: April 2026

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