Ancient Near Eastern ArtFaience-Ornamentsca. 9th century B.C.Sixteen beads is a faience-ornaments of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using faience, glaze measuring 11/16 x 10 1/16 in. (1.8 x 25.5 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Faience, glaze |
| Dimensions | 11/16 x 10 1/16 in. (1.8 x 25.5 cm) |
| Classification | Faience-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, The Adelaide Milton de Groot Fund, in memory of the de Groot and Hawley families, 1976 |
| Date | ca. 9th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sixteen beads?
Sixteen beads is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sixteen beads created?
Sixteen beads dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Sixteen beads made from?
Sixteen beads is crafted from faience, glaze.
Is Sixteen beads in the public domain?
Sixteen beads is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026