Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. mid-3rd millennium B.C.
Fragmentary goblet is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring 5.63 x 4.33 in. (14.3 x 11 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 5.63 x 4.33 in. (14.3 x 11 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Colt Archaeological Institute Inc. Gift, 1988 |
| Date | ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2350 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fragmentary goblet?
Fragmentary goblet is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragmentary goblet created?
Fragmentary goblet dates to ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Fragmentary goblet made from?
Fragmentary goblet is crafted from ceramic.
Is Fragmentary goblet in the public domain?
Fragmentary goblet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026