Vessel

Iran · Iron Age · ca. 1000 B.C.

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Vesselsca. 1000 B.C.

Vessel is a ceramics-vessels of Iran origin created in ca. 1000 B.C. using ceramic measuring 6.1 x 4.8 x 8.74 in. (15.49 x 12.19 x 22.2 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
Dimensions6.1 x 4.8 x 8.74 in. (15.49 x 12.19 x 22.2 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Ernest Erickson Foundation, 1988
Dateca. 1000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

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. 1000 B.C..

What material is Vessel made from?

Vessel is crafted from ceramic.

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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