Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 7th century B.C.

Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head is a ceramics-vessels of Assyrian origin created in ca. 7th century B.C. using ceramic measuring 3 in. (7.62 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
Dimensions3 in. (7.62 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1957
Dateca. 7th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 700 BC – 600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head?

Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head created?

Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head dates to ca. 7th century B.C..

What material is Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head made from?

Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head is crafted from ceramic.

Is Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head in the public domain?

Drinking vessel in the form of a ram's head is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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