Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Vesselsca. 2600–2500 B.C.Vessel or ritual stand is a stone-vessels of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2500 B.C. using alabaster (?) measuring 1.77 x 3.19 x 4.53 in. (4.5 x 8.1 x 11.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Alabaster (?) |
| Dimensions | 1.77 x 3.19 x 4.53 in. (4.5 x 8.1 x 11.51 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2500 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic IIIa period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Vessel or ritual stand?
Vessel or ritual stand is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Vessel or ritual stand created?
Vessel or ritual stand dates to ca. 2600–2500 B.C..
What material is Vessel or ritual stand made from?
Vessel or ritual stand is crafted from alabaster (?).
Is Vessel or ritual stand in the public domain?
Vessel or ritual stand is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026