Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Sculptureca. 2700–2600 B.C.
Standing female figure is a stone-sculpture created in ca. 2700–2600 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring 4 1/2 in. (11.3 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gypsum alabaster |
| Dimensions | 4 1/2 in. (11.3 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund and Gifts of Lucy W. Drexel, Theodore M. Davis, Helen Miller Gould, Albert Gallatin, Egypt Exploration Fund and Egyptian Research Account, by exchange, 1950 |
| Date | ca. 2700–2600 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Dynastic II period. The estimated date range is 2700 BC – 2600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Standing female figure?
Standing female figure is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Standing female figure created?
Standing female figure dates to ca. 2700–2600 B.C..
What material is Standing female figure made from?
Standing female figure is crafted from gypsum alabaster.
Is Standing female figure in the public domain?
Standing female figure is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026