Vessel

Old Assyrian Trading Colony or Hittite · Old Assyrian Trading Colony–early Old Hittite · ca. 1900–1600 B.C.

Flag of TurkeyAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 1900–1600 B.C.

Vessel is a ceramics-vessels of Old Assyrian Trading Colony or Hittite origin created in ca. 1900–1600 B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 3.27 x 4.25 in. (8.31 x 10.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic, paint
Dimensions3.27 x 4.25 in. (8.31 x 10.8 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1967
Dateca. 1900–1600 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Old Assyrian Trading Colony or Hittite culture, dating from the Old Assyrian Trading Colony–early Old Hittite period. The estimated date range is 1900 BC – 1600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Central Anatolia. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Vessel?

Vessel is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Vessel created?

Vessel dates to ca. 1900–1600 B.C..

What material is Vessel made from?

Vessel is crafted from ceramic, paint.

Is Vessel in the public domain?

Vessel is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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