Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3650–3300 B.C.

Red ware bottle is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3650–3300 B.C. using pottery measuring H: 17.1 cm (6 3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsH: 17.1 cm (6 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1915
Dateca. 3650–3300 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Naqada II period. The estimated date range is 3650 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Red ware bottle?

Red ware bottle is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Red ware bottle created?

Red ware bottle dates to ca. 3650–3300 B.C..

What material is Red ware bottle made from?

Red ware bottle is crafted from pottery.

Where does Red ware bottle originate?

Red ware bottle originates from Egypt.

Is Red ware bottle in the public domain?

Red ware bottle 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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