Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint
Flag of SyriaMedieval ArtGlass-Vesselsmid-5th–7th century

Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint is a glass-vessels of Byzantine origin created in mid-5th–7th century using moulded glass measuring Overall: 8 9/16 x 2 1/2 x 2 9/16 in. (21.7 x 6.4 x 6.5 cm) — now part of the Medieval Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumMoulded glass
DimensionsOverall: 8 9/16 x 2 1/2 x 2 9/16 in. (21.7 x 6.4 x 6.5 cm)
ClassificationGlass-Vessels
DepartmentMedieval Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Carleton S. Coon, 1961
Datemid-5th–7th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Byzantine culture. The estimated date range is 450 – 699.

Geography

Origin: Syria (?). Flag of Syria

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint?

Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint is housed in the Medieval Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint created?

Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint dates to mid-5th–7th century.

What material is Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint made from?

Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint is crafted from moulded glass.

Where does Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint originate?

Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint originates from Syria (?) (Byzantine culture).

Is Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint in the public domain?

Yellow-Green Hexagonal Glass Bottle with a Stylite Saint is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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