Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribed-Seal Impressionsca. 555–539 B.C.Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision is a clay-tablets-inscribed-seal impressions of Babylonian origin created in ca. 555–539 B.C. using clay measuring a–b, d–f: 6.2 x 4.5 x 2.6 cm (2 1/2 x 1 3/4 x 1 in.) c: 2.2… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | a–b, d–f: 6.2 x 4.5 x 2.6 cm (2 1/2 x 1 3/4 x 1 in.) c: 2.2 x 2.2 x 2 cm (7/8 x 7/8 x 3/4 in.) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed-Seal Impressions |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. 555–539 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian culture, dating from the Neo-Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 555 BC – 539 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision?
Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision created?
Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision dates to ca. 555–539 B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision made from?
Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: record of a judicial decision is in the public domain and can be freely used.