Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac
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Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac is a ceramics Thebes of Coptic origin created in 600 using pottery fragment with ink inscription measuring 5 5/8 x 4 5/8 in. (14.3 x 11.8 cm) — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery fragment with ink inscription
Dimensions5 5/8 x 4 5/8 in. (14.3 x 11.8 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 – 700.

Geography

Origin: Thebes, Byzantine Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac created?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac dates to 600.

What material is Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac made from?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac is crafted from pottery fragment with ink inscription.

Where does Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac originate?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac originates from Byzantine Egypt (Coptic culture).

Is Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac in the public domain?

Ostrakon with a Letter from Isaac is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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