Kushano-Sasanian (?) · A.D. 1st millennium
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-VesselsA.D. 1st millennium
Vessel is a ceramics-vessels created in A.D. 1st millennium using ceramic measuring 5.51 x 4.49 in. (14 x 11.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions | 5.51 x 4.49 in. (14 x 11.4 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Kate Fitz Gibbon and Andrew Hale, 1992 |
| Date | A.D. 1st millennium |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Kushano-Sasanian (?) period. The estimated date range is 1 AD – 1000.
Geography
Origin: Central Asia.
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 A.D. 1st millennium.
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