Ancient 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
| Medium | Un-baked clay |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 2.0 (?) Seal Face: 4.99 x 2.9 cm |
| Classification | Clay-Sealings |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. George D. Pratt, in memory of George D. Pratt, 1936 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
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.