Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3500–3300 B.C.

Wavy-handled jar is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3500–3300 B.C. using pottery measuring H: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsH: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1915
Dateca. 3500–3300 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Naqada II period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Wavy-handled jar?

Wavy-handled jar is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Wavy-handled jar created?

Wavy-handled jar dates to ca. 3500–3300 B.C..

What material is Wavy-handled jar made from?

Wavy-handled jar is crafted from pottery.

Where does Wavy-handled jar originate?

Wavy-handled jar originates from Egypt.

Is Wavy-handled jar in the public domain?

Wavy-handled jar is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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