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Period260 works900 BC – 5 BCIron Age III is a historical period encompassing 260 works in The Met collection, dated 900 BC – 5 BC. Works from this period are predominantly classified within the Ancient Near Eastern Art department.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 260 |
| Top Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Top Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Date Range | 900 BC – 5 BC |
Notable Works
Metalwork-ImplementsAdze head
Metalwork-SculptureAnthropomorphic "fertility" tube
Metalwork-ImplementsAnthropomorphic tube
Metalwork-ImplementsAnthropomorphic tube
Metalwork-ImplementsAnthropomorphic tube
Ivory/Bone-ImplementsArrowhead
Metalwork-ImplementsArrowhead
Ivory/Bone-ImplementsArrowhead
Ivory/Bone-ImplementsArrowhead
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Iron Age III are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 260 works related to Iron Age III.
What is the date range of Iron Age III?
Works associated with Iron Age III span from 900 BC – 5 BC.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026