Uruk · 4th millennium B.C.

Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Implements4th millennium B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleWhorl
MediumCeramic
Dimensions0.67 in. (1.7 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Implements
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Date4th millennium B.C.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1962
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

PeriodUruk
Date Range4000 BC – 3000 BC

Provenance

RegionMesopotamia

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325492