Greek and Roman ArtGold and Silverca. 2300–2000 B.C.Gilded silver cup with two handles is a gold and silver of Anatolian origin created in ca. 2300–2000 B.C. using silver, gold foil measuring H. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) — now part of the Greek and Roman Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, gold foil |
| Dimensions | H. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm) |
| Classification | Gold and Silver |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Norbert Schimmel Trust, 1989 |
| Date | ca. 2300–2000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Anatolian culture, dating from the Latter part of the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2300 BC – 2000 BC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Gilded silver cup with two handles?
Gilded silver cup with two handles is housed in the Greek and Roman Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Gilded silver cup with two handles created?
Gilded silver cup with two handles dates to ca. 2300–2000 B.C..
What material is Gilded silver cup with two handles made from?
Gilded silver cup with two handles is crafted from silver, gold foil.
Is Gilded silver cup with two handles in the public domain?
Gilded silver cup with two handles is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026