Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.)
Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 4th–2nd century B.C.

Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Seleucid origin created in ca. 4th–2nd century B.C. using clay measuring 1 1/2 x 3 3/8 x 1 5/8 in. (3.9 x 8.6 x 4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay
Dimensions1 1/2 x 3 3/8 x 1 5/8 in. (3.9 x 8.6 x 4 cm)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, 1886
Dateca. 4th–2nd century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Seleucid culture, dating from the Seleucid period. The estimated date range is 400 BC – 100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.)?

Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) created?

Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) dates to ca. 4th–2nd century B.C..

What material is Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) made from?

Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) is crafted from clay.

Is Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) in the public domain?

Cuneiform tablet: ephemeris of new and full moons for S.E. 263 (48/47 B.C.) is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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