Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 2039 B.C.Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Neo-Sumerian origin created in ca. 2039 B.C. using clay measuring 10.3 x 5.3 x 2.4 cm (4 x 2 1/8 x 1 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 10.3 x 5.3 x 2.4 cm (4 x 2 1/8 x 1 in.) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, by exchange, 1911 |
| Date | ca. 2039 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Neo-Sumerian culture, dating from the Ur III period. The estimated date range is 2039 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga?
Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga created?
Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga dates to ca. 2039 B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga made from?
Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: balanced account of Dugga is in the public domain and can be freely used.