Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Sculptureca. 3000–2800 B.C.
Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure is a stone-sculpture created in ca. 3000–2800 B.C. using limestone measuring 0.16 x 2.36 x 4.49 in. (0.41 x 5.99 x 11.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone |
| Dimensions | 0.16 x 2.36 x 4.49 in. (0.41 x 5.99 x 11.4 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1967 |
| Date | ca. 3000–2800 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age I period. The estimated date range is 3000 BC – 2800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure?
Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure created?
Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure dates to ca. 3000–2800 B.C..
What material is Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure made from?
Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure is crafted from limestone.
Is Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure in the public domain?
Spade-shaped schematic female (?) figure is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026