Iran · Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age · 5th–3rd millennium B.C.

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vessels5th–3rd millennium B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleSherd
MediumCeramic, paint
Dimensions2.48 x 0.2 in. (6.3 x 0.51 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Date5th–3rd millennium B.C.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1938
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIran
PeriodChalcolithic–Early Bronze Age
Date Range5000 BC – 2000 BC

Provenance

RegionIran

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 323640