Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 704–681 B.C.Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 704–681 B.C. using clay measuring 1.62 x 1.62 x .43 in. (4.11 x 4.11 x 1.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 1.62 x 1.62 x .43 in. (4.11 x 4.11 x 1.1 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. 704–681 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 704 BC – 681 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign?
Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign created?
Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign dates to ca. 704–681 B.C..
What material is Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign made from?
Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign in the public domain?
Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign is in the public domain and can be freely used.