Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. mid-7th millennium B.C.
Sherds is a ceramics-vessels of Samarra origin created in ca. mid-7th millennium B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 8.8 cm x 8.6 cm x .8 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 8.8 cm x 8.6 cm x .8 cm |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1923 |
| Date | ca. mid-7th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Samarra culture, dating from the Samarra period. The estimated date range is 7000 BC – 6000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sherds?
Sherds is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sherds created?
Sherds dates to ca. mid-7th millennium B.C..
What material is Sherds made from?
Sherds is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Sherds in the public domain?
Sherds is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026