Middle Bronze Age · ca. early 2nd millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. early 2nd millennium B.C.
Sherd is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. early 2nd millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring 0.83 x 1.34 in. (2.11 x 3.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 0.83 x 1.34 in. (2.11 x 3.4 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1972 |
| Date | ca. early 2nd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 1900 BC – 1500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sherd?
Sherd is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sherd created?
Sherd dates to ca. early 2nd millennium B.C..
What material is Sherd made from?
Sherd is crafted from ceramic.
Is Sherd in the public domain?
Sherd is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026