Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Sculptureca. 2700–2600 B.C.
Male head is a stone-sculpture created in ca. 2700–2600 B.C. using alabaster measuring 5.39 x 5.51 in. (13.69 x 14 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Alabaster |
| Dimensions | 5.39 x 5.51 in. (13.69 x 14 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund and Gifts of Lucy W. Drexel, Theodore M. Davis, Helen Miller Gould, Albert Gallatin, Egypt Exploration Fund and Egyptian Research Account, by exchange, 1950 |
| Date | ca. 2700–2600 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Dynastic II period. The estimated date range is 2700 BC – 2600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia, Diyala region.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Male head?
Male head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Male head created?
Male head dates to ca. 2700–2600 B.C..
What material is Male head made from?
Male head is crafted from alabaster.
Is Male head in the public domain?
Male head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026