Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 2600–2350 B.C.Vessel stand with ibex support is a metalwork-sculpture of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2350 B.C. using copper alloy, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli measuring H. 15 3/4 x W. 9 1/4 x D. 9 7/16 in. (40 x 23.5 x 23.9 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli |
| Dimensions | H. 15 3/4 x W. 9 1/4 x D. 9 7/16 in. (40 x 23.5 x 23.9 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1974 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2350 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic III period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2350 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Vessel stand with ibex support?
Vessel stand with ibex support is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Vessel stand with ibex support created?
Vessel stand with ibex support dates to ca. 2600–2350 B.C..
What material is Vessel stand with ibex support made from?
Vessel stand with ibex support is crafted from copper alloy, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli.
Is Vessel stand with ibex support in the public domain?
Vessel stand with ibex support is in the public domain and can be freely used.