Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Sealingsca. 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Bulla |
| Medium | Un-baked clay |
| Dimensions | 2.44 x 3.15 x 1.46 in. (6.2 x 8 x 3.71 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Sealings |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 1st century B.C.–1st century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Parthian |
| Period | Parthian |
| Date Range | 100 BC – 100 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326455