Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Tablets-Inscribed1st millennium B.C.Cuneiform tablet is a metalwork-tablets-inscribed of Iran origin created in 1st millennium B.C. using bronze measuring 3.54 x 4.53 in. (8.99 x 11.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.54 x 4.53 in. (8.99 x 11.51 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1952 |
| Date | 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Western Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet?
Cuneiform tablet is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet created?
Cuneiform tablet dates to 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet made from?
Cuneiform tablet is crafted from bronze.
Is Cuneiform tablet in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026