Iran · Chalcolithic · ca. early 5th millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. early 5th millennium B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Vessel |
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | H. 5 15/16 in. (15 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. early 5th millennium B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Mrs. Constantine Sidamon-Eristoff Gift, 1962 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Chalcolithic |
| Date Range | 5000 BC – 4000 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325538