Coptic · 7th century

Flag of EgyptMedieval ArtMiscellaneous-Stone7th century

Artwork Details

TitleOstrakon
MediumLimestone with ink inscription
Dimensions5 5/16 x 2 1/8 in. (13.5 x 5.4 cm)
ClassificationMiscellaneous-Stone
DepartmentMedieval Art
Date7th century
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1912
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureCoptic
Date Range600 – 700

Provenance

CountryByzantine Egypt

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 474474