Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head is a ceramics-vessels of Phrygian origin created in ca. 7th–6th century B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 4.09 x 2.72 x 4.53 in. (10.39 x 6.91 x 11.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 4.09 x 2.72 x 4.53 in. (10.39 x 6.91 x 11.51 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Sheldon and Barbara Breitbart, 1984 |
| Date | ca. 7th–6th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Phrygian culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 700 BC – 500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Phrygia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head?
Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head created?
Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head dates to ca. 7th–6th century B.C..
What material is Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head made from?
Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head in the public domain?
Vessel fragment in the form of a boar's head is in the public domain and can be freely used.