Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3600–3100 B.C.
Carinated ovoid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3600–3100 B.C. using chlorite or steatite, black measuring Seal Face: 5.23 x 4.69 cm Height: 1.46 cm String Hole: 0.6… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chlorite or steatite, black |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 5.23 x 4.69 cm Height: 1.46 cm String Hole: 0.6 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of The Right Reverend Paul Moore Jr., 1985 |
| Date | ca. 3600–3100 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 3600 BC – 3100 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Syria or southeastern Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Carinated ovoid seal?
Carinated ovoid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Carinated ovoid seal created?
Carinated ovoid seal dates to ca. 3600–3100 B.C..
What material is Carinated ovoid seal made from?
Carinated ovoid seal is crafted from chlorite or steatite, black.
Is Carinated ovoid seal in the public domain?
Carinated ovoid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026