Head of a female is a stone-sculpture of Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex origin created in ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C. using limestone or lime plaster measuring 1.8 x 1.07 in. (4.57 x 2.72 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone or lime plaster |
| Dimensions | 1.8 x 1.07 in. (4.57 x 2.72 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Nathaniel Spear Jr. Gift, 1988 |
| Date | ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex culture, dating from the Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2250 BC – 1750 BC.
Geography
Origin: Bactria-Margiana.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Head of a female?
Head of a female is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Head of a female created?
Head of a female dates to ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C..
What material is Head of a female made from?
Head of a female is crafted from limestone or lime plaster.
Is Head of a female in the public domain?
Head of a female is in the public domain and can be freely used.