Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. 20th–16th century B.C.Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Babylonian origin created in ca. 20th–16th century B.C. using clay measuring 7.6 x 2.9 cm (3 x 1 1/8 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 7.6 x 2.9 cm (3 x 1 1/8 in.) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. 20th–16th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian culture, dating from the Old Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet?
Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet created?
Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet dates to ca. 20th–16th century B.C..
What material is Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet made from?
Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet is crafted from clay.
Is Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet in the public domain?
Cuneiform tablet: student exercise tablet is in the public domain and can be freely used.