Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 8th century B.C.Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th century B.C. using ivory measuring H. 4 1/8 x W. 4 11/16 x D. 7/16in. (10.5 x 11.9 x 1.1cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | H. 4 1/8 x W. 4 11/16 x D. 7/16in. (10.5 x 11.9 x 1.1cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1961 |
| Date | ca. 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 800 BC – 700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape?
Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape created?
Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape dates to ca. 8th century B.C..
What material is Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape made from?
Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape is crafted from ivory.
Is Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape in the public domain?
Cloisonné furniture plaque with two griffins in a floral landscape is in the public domain and can be freely used.