Medieval ArtCeramics600Ostrakon with Liturgical Text is a ceramics Thebes of Coptic origin created in 600 using pottery fragment with ink inscription measuring 4 1/2 x 4 1/16 in. (11.4 x 10.3 cm) — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pottery fragment with ink inscription |
| Dimensions | 4 1/2 x 4 1/16 in. (11.4 x 10.3 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 Liturgical Text?
Ostrakon with Liturgical Text is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ostrakon with Liturgical Text created?
Ostrakon with Liturgical Text dates to 600.
What material is Ostrakon with Liturgical Text made from?
Ostrakon with Liturgical Text is crafted from pottery fragment with ink inscription.
Where does Ostrakon with Liturgical Text originate?
Ostrakon with Liturgical Text originates from Byzantine Egypt (Coptic culture).
Is Ostrakon with Liturgical Text in the public domain?
Ostrakon with Liturgical Text is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026