Halaf · Halaf · ca. 5600–5000 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 5600–5000 B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Sherd |
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 1.56 x 2.05 in. (3.96 x 5.21 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 5600–5000 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Colt Archaeological Institute Inc. Gift, 1988 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Halaf |
| Period | Halaf |
| Date Range | 5600 BC – 5000 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Syria |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327375