Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 4000 B.C.Footed plate with horned animals is a ceramics-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. 4000 B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 3.25 in. (8.26 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 3.25 in. (8.26 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1957 |
| Date | ca. 4000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Chalcolithic period. The estimated date range is 4000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Footed plate with horned animals?
Footed plate with horned animals is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Footed plate with horned animals created?
Footed plate with horned animals dates to ca. 4000 B.C..
What material is Footed plate with horned animals made from?
Footed plate with horned animals is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Footed plate with horned animals in the public domain?
Footed plate with horned animals is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026