Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. mid-20th–mid-19th century B.C.Cylinder seal is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Egyptian origin created in ca. mid-20th–mid-19th century B.C. using apatite, yellow white measuring 0.94 in. (2.39 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Apatite, yellow white |
| Dimensions | 0.94 in. (2.39 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of The Right Reverend Paul Moore Jr., 1985 |
| Date | ca. mid-20th–mid-19th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Egyptian culture, dating from the Middle Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 1961 BC – 1840 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
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. mid-20th–mid-19th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal made from?
Cylinder seal is crafted from apatite, yellow white.
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