Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Implements1st millennium B.C.
Spindle whorl is a ceramics-implements of Edomite origin created in 1st millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring 0.47 in. (1.19 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 0.47 in. (1.19 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1977 |
| Date | 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Edomite culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Spindle whorl?
Spindle whorl is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Spindle whorl created?
Spindle whorl dates to 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Spindle whorl made from?
Spindle whorl is crafted from ceramic.
Is Spindle whorl in the public domain?
Spindle whorl is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026