Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals5th–4th millennium B.C.
Carinated lentoid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in 5th–4th millennium B.C. using chlorite or steatite, black measuring Diameter: 2.97 cm Height: 0.75 cm String Hole: 0.4 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chlorite or steatite, black |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 2.97 cm Height: 0.75 cm String Hole: 0.4 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| Date | 5th–4th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Ubaid-Middle Gawra period. The estimated date range is 5000 BC – 3000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Eastern Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Carinated lentoid seal?
Carinated lentoid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Carinated lentoid seal created?
Carinated lentoid seal dates to 5th–4th millennium B.C..
What material is Carinated lentoid seal made from?
Carinated lentoid seal is crafted from chlorite or steatite, black.
Is Carinated lentoid seal in the public domain?
Carinated lentoid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026