Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Sculptureca. 2000–1750 B.C.
Standing male holding a lamb is a ceramics-sculpture of Isin-Larsa origin created in ca. 2000–1750 B.C. using ceramic measuring 4.25 in. (10.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 4.25 in. (10.8 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-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. 2000–1750 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Isin-Larsa culture, dating from the Isin-Larsa period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1750 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Standing male holding a lamb?
Standing male holding a lamb is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Standing male holding a lamb created?
Standing male holding a lamb dates to ca. 2000–1750 B.C..
What material is Standing male holding a lamb made from?
Standing male holding a lamb is crafted from ceramic.
Is Standing male holding a lamb in the public domain?
Standing male holding a lamb is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026