Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. mid-3rd millennium B.C.

Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. using ceramic measuring H. 26 in. (66.04 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
DimensionsH. 26 in. (66.04 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, Gift of Raymond and Beverly Sackler, 2000
Dateca. mid-3rd millennium B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2700 BC – 2350 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief?

Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief created?

Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief dates to ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C..

What material is Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief made from?

Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief is crafted from ceramic.

Is Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief in the public domain?

Spouted jar with eagle incised in high relief 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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