Sumerian · Early Dynastic IIIa · ca. 2600–2500 B.C.

Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 2600–2500 B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleJar
MediumGypsum alabaster
Dimensions1.97 in. (5 cm)
ClassificationStone-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 2600–2500 B.C.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1962
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureSumerian
PeriodEarly Dynastic IIIa
Date Range2600 BC – 2500 BC

Provenance

RegionMesopotamia

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325417