Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3100 B.C.

Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 1) created in ca. 3100 B.C. using clay (fired) measuring H. 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in); W. 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in); Th. 1.1 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay (fired)
DimensionsH. 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in); W. 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in); Th. 1.1 cm (7/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1920
Dateca. 3100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic Period period, during the Dynasty 1 dynasty. The estimated date range is 3100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Northern Upper Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs?

Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs created?

Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs dates to ca. 3100 B.C..

What material is Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs made from?

Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs is crafted from clay (fired).

Where does Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs originate?

Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs originates from Egypt.

Is Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs in the public domain?

Fired clay jar sealing with ostrich hieroglyphs 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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