Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 626–562 B.C.Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Babylonian origin created in ca. 626–562 B.C. using clay measuring Thickness: 1 in. (2.5 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | Thickness: 1 in. (2.5 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Museum Accession |
| Date | ca. 626–562 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian culture, dating from the Neo-Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 626 BC – 562 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives?
Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives created?
Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives dates to ca. 626–562 B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives made from?
Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: account of sheep holdings in households for offerings, Ebabbar archives is in the public domain and can be freely used.