Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. 3300–2900 B.C.
Amulet of a lion is a stone-ornaments created in ca. 3300–2900 B.C. using lapis lazuli measuring H. 1.6 cm x W. 1.1 cm x D. 2.6 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Lapis lazuli |
| Dimensions | H. 1.6 cm x W. 1.1 cm x D. 2.6 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Miss Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| Date | ca. 3300–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Uruk–Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3300 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Amulet of a lion?
Amulet of a lion is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Amulet of a lion created?
Amulet of a lion dates to ca. 3300–2900 B.C..
What material is Amulet of a lion made from?
Amulet of a lion is crafted from lapis lazuli.
Is Amulet of a lion in the public domain?
Amulet of a lion is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026