Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Sculpture-Inscribedca. 2600–2500 B.C.Fragments of male worshiper is a stone-sculpture-inscribed of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2500 B.C. using limestone measuring H. 6 in. — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone |
| Dimensions | H. 6 in. |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, 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 Fragments of male worshiper?
Fragments of male worshiper is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragments of male worshiper created?
Fragments of male worshiper dates to ca. 2600–2500 B.C..
What material is Fragments of male worshiper made from?
Fragments of male worshiper is crafted from limestone.
Is Fragments of male worshiper in the public domain?
Fragments of male worshiper is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026