Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 8th–7th century B.C.Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th–7th century B.C. using clay measuring 2 1/4 x 1 3/4 x 1 1/8 in. (5.6 x 4.3 x 2.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 2 1/4 x 1 3/4 x 1 1/8 in. (5.6 x 4.3 x 2.7 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5?
Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 created?
Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 dates to ca. 8th–7th century B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 made from?
Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: Akkadian synonym list, Malku=sharru, tablet 5 is in the public domain and can be freely used.