Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Architecturalca. 3500–3100 B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleMosaic cone
MediumLimestone
Dimensions4 in. (10.2 cm)
ClassificationStone-Architectural
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 3500–3100 B.C.
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 1962
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

PeriodLate Uruk
Date Range3500 BC – 3100 BC

Provenance

RegionSouthern Mesopotamia

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325523