Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3650–3300 B.C.

Decorated ware jar imitating stone is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3650–3300 B.C. using pottery, paint measuring Diam: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery, paint
DimensionsDiam: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1907
Dateca. 3650–3300 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Naqada II period. The estimated date range is 3650 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Decorated ware jar imitating stone?

Decorated ware jar imitating stone is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Decorated ware jar imitating stone created?

Decorated ware jar imitating stone dates to ca. 3650–3300 B.C..

What material is Decorated ware jar imitating stone made from?

Decorated ware jar imitating stone is crafted from pottery, paint.

Where does Decorated ware jar imitating stone originate?

Decorated ware jar imitating stone originates from Egypt.

Is Decorated ware jar imitating stone in the public domain?

Decorated ware jar imitating stone is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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