Egyptian Artca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?)Lugged jar depicting two boats is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?) using pottery measuring h. 20 cm (7 7/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pottery |
| Dimensions | h. 20 cm (7 7/8 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1907 |
| Date | ca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?) |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 4500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Lugged jar depicting two boats?
Lugged jar depicting two boats is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Lugged jar depicting two boats created?
Lugged jar depicting two boats dates to ca. 4500–4000 B.C. (?).
What material is Lugged jar depicting two boats made from?
Lugged jar depicting two boats is crafted from pottery.
Where does Lugged jar depicting two boats originate?
Lugged jar depicting two boats originates from Egypt.
Is Lugged jar depicting two boats in the public domain?
Lugged jar depicting two boats is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026