Sasanian · Sasanian · ca. 6th–7th century A.D.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 6th–7th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Jar |
| Medium | Ceramic, glaze, bitumen |
| Dimensions | 13.5 in. (34.29 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–7th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Ehsan Yarshater Gift and Rogers Fund, 1997 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 500 – 700 |
Provenance
| Region | Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327528