Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 2700–2400 B.C.
Spouted jug with a mottled surface is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. 2700–2400 B.C. using ceramic measuring 9.72 in. (24.69 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 9.72 in. (24.69 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Burton Y. Berry, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2700–2400 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age II period. The estimated date range is 2700 BC – 2400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northwestern Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Spouted jug with a mottled surface?
Spouted jug with a mottled surface is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Spouted jug with a mottled surface created?
Spouted jug with a mottled surface dates to ca. 2700–2400 B.C..
What material is Spouted jug with a mottled surface made from?
Spouted jug with a mottled surface is crafted from ceramic.
Is Spouted jug with a mottled surface in the public domain?
Spouted jug with a mottled surface is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026