Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 404–338 B.C.Cuneiform tablet: fragment is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Achaemenid origin created in ca. 404–338 B.C. using clay measuring 0.67 x 0.79 x 1.22 in. (1.7 x 2.01 x 3.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 0.67 x 0.79 x 1.22 in. (1.7 x 2.01 x 3.1 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. 404–338 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Achaemenid culture, dating from the Achaemenid period. The estimated date range is 404 BC – 338 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: fragment?
Cuneiform tablet: fragment is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: fragment created?
Cuneiform tablet: fragment dates to ca. 404–338 B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: fragment made from?
Cuneiform tablet: fragment is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: fragment in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: fragment is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026