Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. late 4th century B.C.–early 3rd century A.D.

Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple 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 4 x 3 1/2 x 1 3/8 in. (10.1 x 8.9 x 3.5 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay
Dimensions4 x 3 1/2 x 1 3/8 in. (10.1 x 8.9 x 3.5 cm)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, 1886
Dateca. 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 320 BC – 220.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple?

Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple created?

Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple dates to ca. late 4th century B.C.–early 3rd century A.D..

What material is Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple made from?

Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple is crafted from clay.

Is Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple in the public domain?

Cuneiform tablet: measurements of the interior of the E-sagil temple 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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