Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 2600–2500 B.C.Ritual vessel or stand is a stone-vessels of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2500 B.C. using alabaster measuring 2.44 x 1.73 x 2.95 in. (6.2 x 4.39 x 7.49 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Alabaster |
| Dimensions | 2.44 x 1.73 x 2.95 in. (6.2 x 4.39 x 7.49 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic IIIa period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ritual vessel or stand?
Ritual vessel or stand is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ritual vessel or stand created?
Ritual vessel or stand dates to ca. 2600–2500 B.C..
What material is Ritual vessel or stand made from?
Ritual vessel or stand is crafted from alabaster.
Is Ritual vessel or stand in the public domain?
Ritual vessel or stand is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026