Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 5th–7th century A.D.Pan fragments is a ceramics-vessels of Sasanian or Islamic origin created in ca. 5th–7th century A.D. using ceramic measuring a) H. 5.3 cm x W. 13.8 cm x Th. 1.4 cm b) 5.3 cm x 15.3 cm… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | a) H. 5.3 cm x W. 13.8 cm x Th. 1.4 cm b) 5.3 cm x 15.3 cm x Th. 1.4 cm c) 9.9 cm x 6.6 cm x Th. 1.2 cm d) 5.3 cm x 7.5 cm x Th. 1.4 cm |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1936 |
| Date | ca. 5th–7th century A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sasanian or Islamic culture, dating from the late Sasanian–early Islamic period. The estimated date range is 400 – 700.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pan fragments?
Pan fragments is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pan fragments created?
Pan fragments dates to ca. 5th–7th century A.D..
What material is Pan fragments made from?
Pan fragments is crafted from ceramic.
Is Pan fragments in the public domain?
Pan fragments is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026