Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsmid 6th–5th millennium B.C.
Plate and cup is a ceramics-vessels of Ubaid origin created in mid 6th–5th millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring 3.62 in. (9.19 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 3.62 in. (9.19 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, by exchange, 1949 |
| Date | mid 6th–5th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Ubaid culture, dating from the Ubaid period. The estimated date range is 5500 BC – 4000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plate and cup?
Plate and cup is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plate and cup created?
Plate and cup dates to mid 6th–5th millennium B.C..
What material is Plate and cup made from?
Plate and cup is crafted from ceramic.
Is Plate and cup in the public domain?
Plate and cup is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026