Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 20th century B.C.
Cylinder seal is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Elamite origin created in ca. 20th century B.C. using stone measuring 1.02 in. (2.59 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone |
| Dimensions | 1.02 in. (2.59 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1986 |
| Date | ca. 20th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Elamite culture, dating from the Old Elamite period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Southwestern Iran.
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. 20th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal made from?
Cylinder seal is crafted from stone.
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