Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 2.28 x 1.26 x 0.28 in. (5.79 x 3.2 x 0.71 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 2.28 x 1.26 x 0.28 in. (5.79 x 3.2 x 0.71 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1960 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze?
Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze created?
Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze made from?
Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze is crafted from ivory.
Is Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze in the public domain?
Champlevé furniture or cosmetic box plaque with a griffin and a floral frieze is in the public domain and can be freely used.