Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 1400–1200 B.C.Cupola seal engraved on back and face is a stone-stamp seals of Hittite origin created in ca. 1400–1200 B.C. using black steatite measuring Seal Face: 1.75 x 1.83 cm Height: 1.45 cm String Hole… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Black steatite |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.75 x 1.83 cm Height: 1.45 cm String Hole: 0.4-0.5 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1899 |
| Date | ca. 1400–1200 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hittite culture, dating from the Hittite Empire period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1100 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria or Anatolia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cupola seal engraved on back and face?
Cupola seal engraved on back and face is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cupola seal engraved on back and face created?
Cupola seal engraved on back and face dates to ca. 1400–1200 B.C..
What material is Cupola seal engraved on back and face made from?
Cupola seal engraved on back and face is crafted from black steatite.
Is Cupola seal engraved on back and face in the public domain?
Cupola seal engraved on back and face is in the public domain and can be freely used.