Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 14th century B.C. (?)
Carinated lentoid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 14th century B.C. (?) using agate, banded gray white measuring Seal Face: 1.33 x 1.37 cm Height: 0.65 cm String Hole: 0.65… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Agate, banded gray white |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.33 x 1.37 cm Height: 0.65 cm String Hole: 0.65 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| Date | ca. 14th century B.C. (?) |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Cypriot (?) period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Cyprus (?).
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 ca. 14th century B.C. (?).
What material is Carinated lentoid seal made from?
Carinated lentoid seal is crafted from agate, banded gray white.
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