Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3700–3650 B.C.

Double jar of black-topped red ware is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3700–3650 B.C. using pottery measuring H: 17.8 cm (7 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsH: 17.8 cm (7 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1908
Dateca. 3700–3650 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Naqada I period. The estimated date range is 3700 BC – 3650 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Double jar of black-topped red ware?

Double jar of black-topped red ware is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Double jar of black-topped red ware created?

Double jar of black-topped red ware dates to ca. 3700–3650 B.C..

What material is Double jar of black-topped red ware made from?

Double jar of black-topped red ware is crafted from pottery.

Where does Double jar of black-topped red ware originate?

Double jar of black-topped red ware originates from Egypt.

Is Double jar of black-topped red ware in the public domain?

Double jar of black-topped red ware 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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