Iran · Iron Age · ca. 900 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 900 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Pot |
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 9.29 x 3.43 x 16.1 in. (23.6 x 8.71 x 40.89 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 900 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Anonymous Gift, 1961 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 900 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northern Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325128