Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Sealingsca. 18th century B.C.

Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions is a clay-sealings of Old Assyrian Trading Colony origin created in ca. 18th century B.C. using un-baked clay measuring Diameter: 2.0 (?) Seal Face: 4.99 x 2.9 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumUn-baked clay
DimensionsDiameter: 2.0 (?) Seal Face: 4.99 x 2.9 cm
ClassificationClay-Sealings
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George D. Pratt, in memory of George D. Pratt, 1936
Dateca. 18th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Old Assyrian Trading Colony culture, dating from the Middle Bronze Age–Old Assyrian Trading Colony period. The estimated date range is 1800 BC – 1700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Anatolia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions?

Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions created?

Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions dates to ca. 18th century B.C..

What material is Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions made from?

Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions is crafted from un-baked clay.

Is Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions in the public domain?

Almond-shaped sealing with three circular seal impressions 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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