Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar
Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 2nd century B.C.

Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Seleucid origin created in ca. 2nd century B.C. using clay measuring 3.25 x 6 in. (8.26 x 15.24 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay
Dimensions3.25 x 6 in. (8.26 x 15.24 cm)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, 1886
Dateca. 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 200 BC – 100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar?

Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar created?

Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar dates to ca. 2nd century B.C..

What material is Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar made from?

Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar is crafted from clay.

Is Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar in the public domain?

Cuneiform tablet: letter of Sin-sharra-ishkun to Nabopolassar 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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