Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. late 4th century B.C.–early 3rd century A.D.Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Seleucid or Parthian origin created in ca. late 4th century B.C.–early 3rd century A.D. using clay measuring 0.55 x 0.51 x 0.91 in. (1.4 x 1.3 x 2.31 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 0.55 x 0.51 x 0.91 in. (1.4 x 1.3 x 2.31 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. late 4th century B.C.–early 3rd century A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Seleucid or Parthian culture, dating from the Seleucid or Parthian period. The estimated date range is 330 BC – 220.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53)?
Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) created?
Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) dates to ca. late 4th century B.C.–early 3rd century A.D..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) made from?
Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: collection of ershemmas (nos. 45, 59, 53) is in the public domain and can be freely used.