Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 4500–4000 B.C.

Pottery sherd with repair holes is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 4500–4000 B.C. using pottery measuring L: 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.); w: 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsL: 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in.); w: 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Albert Rothbart, 1933
Dateca. 4500–4000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Neolithic Period, Buto–Merimda–Maadi period. The estimated date range is 4500 BC – 4000 BC.

Geography

Origin: Western Delta, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pottery sherd with repair holes?

Pottery sherd with repair holes is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pottery sherd with repair holes created?

Pottery sherd with repair holes dates to ca. 4500–4000 B.C..

What material is Pottery sherd with repair holes made from?

Pottery sherd with repair holes is crafted from pottery.

Where does Pottery sherd with repair holes originate?

Pottery sherd with repair holes originates from Egypt.

Is Pottery sherd with repair holes in the public domain?

Pottery sherd with repair holes is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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