Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 2600–2500 B.C.Jar fragment with reclining bulls is a stone-vessels of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2500 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring 2 3/4 x 5 in. (7.1 x 12.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gypsum alabaster |
| Dimensions | 2 3/4 x 5 in. (7.1 x 12.7 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic IIIa period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Jar fragment with reclining bulls?
Jar fragment with reclining bulls is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Jar fragment with reclining bulls created?
Jar fragment with reclining bulls dates to ca. 2600–2500 B.C..
What material is Jar fragment with reclining bulls made from?
Jar fragment with reclining bulls is crafted from gypsum alabaster.
Is Jar fragment with reclining bulls in the public domain?
Jar fragment with reclining bulls is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026