Vessel

Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex · Bronze Age · ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C.

Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C.

Vessel is a metalwork-vessels of Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex origin created in ca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C. using silver measuring 5.31 in. (13.49 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver
Dimensions5.31 in. (13.49 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Schimmel, 1982
Dateca. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex culture, dating from the Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2300 BC – 1700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Bactria-Margiana.

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. late 3rd–early 2nd millennium B.C..

What material is Vessel made from?

Vessel is crafted from silver.

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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