Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 13th century B.C.Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 13th century B.C. using clay measuring 5.1 x 5.8 x 2.1 cm (2 x 2 1/4 x 7/8 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 5.1 x 5.8 x 2.1 cm (2 x 2 1/4 x 7/8 in.) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 13th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Middle Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 1300 BC – 1200 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations?
Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations created?
Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations dates to ca. 13th century B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations made from?
Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: record of barley allocations is in the public domain and can be freely used.