Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Sculptureca. 2600–2500 B.C.
Female head with elaborate hairstyle is a stone-sculpture created in ca. 2600–2500 B.C. using limestone measuring H. 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone |
| Dimensions | H. 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of E. S. David, 1949 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Dynastic IIIa period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Female head with elaborate hairstyle?
Female head with elaborate hairstyle is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Female head with elaborate hairstyle created?
Female head with elaborate hairstyle dates to ca. 2600–2500 B.C..
What material is Female head with elaborate hairstyle made from?
Female head with elaborate hairstyle is crafted from limestone.
Is Female head with elaborate hairstyle in the public domain?
Female head with elaborate hairstyle is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026