Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Sculptureca. 2600–2500 B.C.Standing female worshiper is a stone-sculpture of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2500 B.C. using limestone, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli measuring H. 9 13/16 x W. 3 3/8 x D. 2 1/8 in. (24.9 x 8.5 x 5.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Limestone, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli |
| Dimensions | H. 9 13/16 x W. 3 3/8 x D. 2 1/8 in. (24.9 x 8.5 x 5.4 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic IIIa period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Standing female worshiper?
Standing female worshiper is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Standing female worshiper created?
Standing female worshiper dates to ca. 2600–2500 B.C..
What material is Standing female worshiper made from?
Standing female worshiper is crafted from limestone, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli.
Is Standing female worshiper in the public domain?
Standing female worshiper is in the public domain and can be freely used.