Medieval ArtCeramics600Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch is a ceramics Thebes of Coptic origin created in 600 using pottery fragment with ink inscription measuring 6 5/16 x 4 3/4 in. (16 x 12 cm) — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Pottery fragment with ink inscription |
| Dimensions | 6 5/16 x 4 3/4 in. (16 x 12 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 Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch?
Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch created?
Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch dates to 600.
What material is Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch made from?
Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch is crafted from pottery fragment with ink inscription.
Where does Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch originate?
Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch originates from Byzantine Egypt (Coptic culture).
Is Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch in the public domain?
Ostrakon with Text from the Biography of Severus of Antioch is in the public domain and can be freely used.