Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vessels4th millennium B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Jar sherd |
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 3 3/16 x 4 x 3/8 in. (8.1 x 10.2 x 1 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | 4th millennium B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Chalcolithic |
| Date Range | 4000 BC – 3000 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326376