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

Double jar of red polished ware is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3700–3650 B.C. using pottery measuring H: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsH: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1907
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 red polished ware?

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

When was Double jar of red polished ware created?

Double jar of red polished ware dates to ca. 3700–3650 B.C..

What material is Double jar of red polished ware made from?

Double jar of red polished ware is crafted from pottery.

Where does Double jar of red polished ware originate?

Double jar of red polished ware originates from Egypt.

Is Double jar of red polished ware in the public domain?

Double jar of red polished 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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