Iran · Iron Age · ca. 800 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 800 B.C.Jug is a ceramics-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. 800 B.C. using ceramic measuring H. 11 3/8 cm x Diam. max. 9-1/2 in. — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | H. 11 3/8 cm x Diam. max. 9-1/2 in. |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1963 |
| Date | ca. 800 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 850 BC – 750 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Jug?
Jug is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Jug created?
Jug dates to ca. 800 B.C..
What material is Jug made from?
Jug is crafted from ceramic.
Is Jug in the public domain?
Jug is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026