Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Two-handled jar |
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 3.74 x 5.16 in. (9.5 x 13.11 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1974 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326151