Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C.
Plate with reclining zebu is a metalwork-vessels created in ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C. using copper alloy measuring Diameter: 22.9 cm (9 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 22.9 cm (9 in.) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Evelyn Kranes Kossak, The Kronos Collections, 2015 |
| Date | ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early–Middle Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2300 BC – 1700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Eastern Iran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plate with reclining zebu?
Plate with reclining zebu is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plate with reclining zebu created?
Plate with reclining zebu dates to ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C..
What material is Plate with reclining zebu made from?
Plate with reclining zebu is crafted from copper alloy.
Is Plate with reclining zebu in the public domain?
Plate with reclining zebu is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026