Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vessels5th millennium B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Jar with geometric designs |
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 6.85 in. (17.4 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | 5th millennium B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Wolfe, 1960 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Period | Chalcolithic |
| Date Range | 5000 BC – 4000 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Central Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325065