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Culture20 worksCanaanite is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 20 works spanning 3000 BC – 1000 BC, mostly housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department. Notable forms include metalwork-sculpture.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 20 |
| Top Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Top Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
Notable Works
Ceramics-VesselsBowl
Ceramics-VesselsBowl
Ceramics-VesselsCanaanite jar
Ceramics-VesselsDish
Metalwork-SculptureEnthroned deity
Metalwork-SculptureEnthroned deity
Metalwork-ImplementsFenestrated axe blade
Metalwork-SculptureFigure fragment
Metalwork-SculptureFigure of a seated goddess
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Canaanite are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 20 works related to Canaanite.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026