Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 1400–1200 B.C.
Spouted jar is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. 1400–1200 B.C. using ceramic measuring 4.75 x 13.12 in. (12.07 x 33.32 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 4.75 x 13.12 in. (12.07 x 33.32 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Warren A. Silver, 1954 |
| Date | ca. 1400–1200 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age I period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1100 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Iran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Spouted jar?
Spouted jar is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Spouted jar created?
Spouted jar dates to ca. 1400–1200 B.C..
What material is Spouted jar made from?
Spouted jar is crafted from ceramic.
Is Spouted jar in the public domain?
Spouted jar is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026