Spouted jar
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 3500–3100 B.C.

Spouted jar is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. 3500–3100 B.C. using ceramic measuring 4.02 x 5.24 in. (10.21 x 13.31 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
Dimensions4.02 x 5.24 in. (10.21 x 13.31 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of the Robert Haber family, 1993
Dateca. 3500–3100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle–Late Uruk period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC – 3100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria.

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. 3500–3100 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

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