Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Reliefsca. 3300–2900 B.C.

Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief is a stone-reliefs created in ca. 3300–2900 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring 6 3/4 in. (17 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGypsum alabaster
Dimensions6 3/4 in. (17 cm)
ClassificationStone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Leon Pomerance, 1983
Dateca. 3300–2900 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Uruk–Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3300 BC – 2900 BC.

Geography

Origin: Southern Mesopotamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief?

Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief created?

Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief dates to ca. 3300–2900 B.C..

What material is Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief made from?

Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief is crafted from gypsum alabaster.

Is Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief in the public domain?

Fragment of a trough with a nude male figure in relief 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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