Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. early 3rd millennium B.C.
Cylinder seal is a stone-cylinder seals created in ca. early 3rd millennium B.C. using siliceous sandstone measuring H. 2 cm x Diam. 2.3 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Siliceous sandstone |
| Dimensions | H. 2 cm x Diam. 2.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Lester Wolfe, 1983 |
| Date | ca. early 3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 3100 BC – 2700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cylinder seal?
Cylinder seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylinder seal created?
Cylinder seal dates to ca. early 3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal made from?
Cylinder seal is crafted from siliceous sandstone.
Is Cylinder seal in the public domain?
Cylinder seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026