Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C.
Vase with basket-weave pattern is a stone-vessels created in ca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C. using chlorite measuring 2.95 in. (7.49 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chlorite |
| Dimensions | 2.95 in. (7.49 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Mrs. Vladimir S. Littauer Gift, 1970 |
| Date | ca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2700 BC – 2350 BC.
Geography
Origin: Persian Gulf region or southern Iran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Vase with basket-weave pattern?
Vase with basket-weave pattern is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Vase with basket-weave pattern created?
Vase with basket-weave pattern dates to ca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Vase with basket-weave pattern made from?
Vase with basket-weave pattern is crafted from chlorite.
Is Vase with basket-weave pattern in the public domain?
Vase with basket-weave pattern is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026