Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. 15th–14th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Cylinder seal |
| Medium | Chert |
| Dimensions | 0.49 in. (1.24 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 15th–14th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of George D. Pratt, 1929 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Mitanni |
| Period | Mitanni |
| Date Range | 1500 BC – 1300 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322397