Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 680–669 B.C.

Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 680–669 B.C. using clay measuring 3.07 x 1.5 x 1.61 in. (7.8 x 3.7 x 4.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay
Dimensions3.07 x 1.5 x 1.61 in. (7.8 x 3.7 x 4.1 cm)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, 1886
Dateca. 680–669 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 680 BC – 669 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon?

Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon created?

Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon dates to ca. 680–669 B.C..

What material is Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon made from?

Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon is crafted from clay.

Is Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon in the public domain?

Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Esarhaddon is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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