Medieval ArtCeramics600Ostrakon with an Account is a ceramics Thebes of Coptic origin created in 600 using pottery fragment with ink inscription measuring Overall: 6 3/16 x 7 3/16 x 2 11/16 in. (15.7 x 18.2 x 6.8… — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pottery fragment with ink inscription |
| Dimensions | Overall: 6 3/16 x 7 3/16 x 2 11/16 in. (15.7 x 18.2 x 6.8 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 – 700.
Geography
Origin: Thebes, Byzantine Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ostrakon with an Account?
Ostrakon with an Account is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ostrakon with an Account created?
Ostrakon with an Account dates to 600.
What material is Ostrakon with an Account made from?
Ostrakon with an Account is crafted from pottery fragment with ink inscription.
Where does Ostrakon with an Account originate?
Ostrakon with an Account originates from Byzantine Egypt (Coptic culture).
Is Ostrakon with an Account in the public domain?
Ostrakon with an Account is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026