Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents
Flag of EgyptMedieval ArtCeramics600

Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents is a ceramics Thebes of Coptic origin created in 600 using limestone with ink inscription measuring 5 7/8 x 3 3/8 in. (14.9 x 8.6 cm) โ€” now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone with ink inscription
Dimensions5 7/8 x 3 3/8 in. (14.9 x 8.6 cm)
ClassificationCeramics
DepartmentMedieval Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1914
Date600

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Coptic culture. The estimated date range is 600.

Geography

Origin: Thebes, Byzantine Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents created?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents dates to 600.

What material is Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents made from?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents is crafted from limestone with ink inscription.

Where does Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents originate?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents originates from Byzantine Egypt (Coptic culture).

Is Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents in the public domain?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Enoch to His Parents is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access ยท Last updated: April 2026

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