Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3100–2649 B.C.

Jar in two parts is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3100–2649 B.C. using stone measuring H. 3.4 × Diam. 5.5 cm (1 5/16 × 2 3/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone
DimensionsH. 3.4 × Diam. 5.5 cm (1 5/16 × 2 3/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1912
Dateca. 3100–2649 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2649 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Jar in two parts?

Jar in two parts is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Jar in two parts created?

Jar in two parts dates to ca. 3100–2649 B.C..

What material is Jar in two parts made from?

Jar in two parts is crafted from stone.

Where does Jar in two parts originate?

Jar in two parts originates from Egypt.

Is Jar in two parts in the public domain?

Jar in two parts is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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