Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II is a stone-ornaments-inscribed of Kassite origin created in ca. 14th century B.C. using agate measuring H. 2.5 cm x W. 2.4 cm x Th. 1.3 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Agate |
| Dimensions | H. 2.5 cm x W. 2.4 cm x Th. 1.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1994 |
| Date | ca. 14th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Kassite culture, dating from the Kassite period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II?
Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II created?
Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II dates to ca. 14th century B.C..
What material is Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II made from?
Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II is crafted from agate.
Is Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II in the public domain?
Bead with cuneiform inscription of Kurigalzu I or II is in the public domain and can be freely used.