Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Reliefsca. 2700–2500 B.C.Plaque with a banquet scene is a stone-reliefs of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2700–2500 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring 9.76 x 6.65 x 1.93 in. (24.79 x 16.89 x 4.9 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gypsum alabaster |
| Dimensions | 9.76 x 6.65 x 1.93 in. (24.79 x 16.89 x 4.9 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1959 |
| Date | ca. 2700–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic II-IIIa period. The estimated date range is 2700 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plaque with a banquet scene?
Plaque with a banquet scene is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plaque with a banquet scene created?
Plaque with a banquet scene dates to ca. 2700–2500 B.C..
What material is Plaque with a banquet scene made from?
Plaque with a banquet scene is crafted from gypsum alabaster.
Is Plaque with a banquet scene in the public domain?
Plaque with a banquet scene is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026