Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. late 3rd millennium B.C.
Cylinder seal is a stone-cylinder seals created in ca. late 3rd millennium B.C. using serpentine measuring H. 7/8 in. (2.2 cm); Diam. 3/8 in. (1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Serpentine |
| Dimensions | H. 7/8 in. (2.2 cm); Diam. 3/8 in. (1 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. late 3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 3000 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria or Anatolia (?).
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. late 3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal made from?
Cylinder seal is crafted from serpentine.
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