Jar with pointed base and intact seal
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2649–2100 B.C.

Jar with pointed base and intact seal is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 3–4) created in ca. 2649–2100 B.C. using pottery — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1928
Dateca. 2649–2100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Old Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 3–4 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2649 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Jar with pointed base and intact seal?

Jar with pointed base and intact seal is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Jar with pointed base and intact seal created?

Jar with pointed base and intact seal dates to ca. 2649–2100 B.C..

What material is Jar with pointed base and intact seal made from?

Jar with pointed base and intact seal is crafted from pottery.

Where does Jar with pointed base and intact seal originate?

Jar with pointed base and intact seal originates from Egypt.

Is Jar with pointed base and intact seal in the public domain?

Jar with pointed base and intact seal 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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