Cuneiform cylinder: inscription of Sennacherib describing his third campaign
Flag of IraqAncient 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

MediumClay
Dimensions1.62 x 1.62 x .43 in. (4.11 x 4.11 x 1.1 cm)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, 1886
Dateca. 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. Flag of Iraq

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.

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

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