Flag of EgyptMedieval ArtCeramics4th–7th century

Artwork Details

TitleHead of a Female Figurine
MediumEarthenware, pierced and slashed decoration
DimensionsOverall: 1 11/16 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/8 in. (4.3 x 3.1 x 2.9 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentMedieval Art
Date4th–7th century
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureCoptic
Date Range300 – 699

Provenance

CountryByzantine Egypt

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 478471