Medieval ArtCeramics600Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron is a ceramics Thebes of Coptic origin created in 600 using limestone with ink inscription measuring 4 3/4 x 2 1/8 in. (12 x 5.4 cm) — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone with ink inscription |
| Dimensions | 4 3/4 x 2 1/8 in. (12 x 5.4 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1914 |
| Date | 600 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Coptic culture. The estimated date range is 600.
Geography
Origin: Thebes, Byzantine Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron?
Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron created?
Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron dates to 600.
What material is Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron made from?
Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron is crafted from limestone with ink inscription.
Where does Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron originate?
Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron originates from Byzantine Egypt (Coptic culture).
Is Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron in the public domain?
Ostrakon with a Letter from Kame to Aaron is in the public domain and can be freely used.