Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vessels1st millennium B.C.Rhyton in the shape of a boar head is a ceramics-vessels of Iran origin created in 1st millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring 5.24 x 5.04 x 8.35 in. (13.31 x 12.8 x 21.21 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 5.24 x 5.04 x 8.35 in. (13.31 x 12.8 x 21.21 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. Gordon Douglas III, 1984 |
| Date | 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northwestern Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rhyton in the shape of a boar head?
Rhyton in the shape of a boar head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rhyton in the shape of a boar head created?
Rhyton in the shape of a boar head dates to 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Rhyton in the shape of a boar head made from?
Rhyton in the shape of a boar head is crafted from ceramic.
Is Rhyton in the shape of a boar head in the public domain?
Rhyton in the shape of a boar head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026