Border strip
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Border strip is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring a) L. 5.2 cm x W. 1.4 cm x Th. .2 cm b) L. 7.1 cm x W. 1.4… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensionsa) L. 5.2 cm x W. 1.4 cm x Th. .2 cm b) L. 7.1 cm x W. 1.4 cm x Th. .3 cm
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1958
Dateca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Border strip?

Border strip is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Border strip created?

Border strip dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Border strip made from?

Border strip is crafted from ivory.

Is Border strip in the public domain?

Border strip 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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