Jar with a drooping spout
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 3500–3100 B.C.

Jar with a drooping spout is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. 3500–3100 B.C. using ceramic measuring 3 x 5 in. (7.6 x 12.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
Dimensions3 x 5 in. (7.6 x 12.7 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of the Robert Haber family, 1993
Dateca. 3500–3100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Uruk period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC – 3100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria or Mesopotamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Jar with a drooping spout?

Jar with a drooping spout is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Jar with a drooping spout created?

Jar with a drooping spout dates to ca. 3500–3100 B.C..

What material is Jar with a drooping spout made from?

Jar with a drooping spout is crafted from ceramic.

Is Jar with a drooping spout in the public domain?

Jar with a drooping spout is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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