Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 1000–900 B.C.One-handled cup is a ceramics-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. 1000–900 B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 3.5 in. (8.89 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 3.5 in. (8.89 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Museum of Tehran, 1939 |
| Date | ca. 1000–900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses One-handled cup?
One-handled cup is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was One-handled cup created?
One-handled cup dates to ca. 1000–900 B.C..
What material is One-handled cup made from?
One-handled cup is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is One-handled cup in the public domain?
One-handled cup is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026