Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?)
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. late 5th century B.C.

Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Achaemenid (?) origin created in ca. late 5th century B.C. using clay measuring 2.6 x 4.6 x 2.3 cm (1 x 1 3/4 x 7/8 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay
Dimensions2.6 x 4.6 x 2.3 cm (1 x 1 3/4 x 7/8 in.)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, 1886
Dateca. late 5th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Achaemenid (?) culture, dating from the Achaemenid (?) period. The estimated date range is 500 BC – 400 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?)?

Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) created?

Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) dates to ca. late 5th century B.C..

What material is Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) made from?

Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) is crafted from clay.

Is Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) in the public domain?

Cuneiform tablet: fragment of an agreement concerning a dowry (?) 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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