Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 3600–3400 B.C.
Squat jar with pierced lug handles is a ceramics-vessels created in ca. 3600–3400 B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 2.87 in. (7.29 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 2.87 in. (7.29 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 3600–3400 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Uruk period. The estimated date range is 3600 BC – 3400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Squat jar with pierced lug handles?
Squat jar with pierced lug handles is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Squat jar with pierced lug handles created?
Squat jar with pierced lug handles dates to ca. 3600–3400 B.C..
What material is Squat jar with pierced lug handles made from?
Squat jar with pierced lug handles is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Squat jar with pierced lug handles in the public domain?
Squat jar with pierced lug handles is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026