Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. mid-2nd millennium B.C.Cylinder seal is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Syrian origin created in ca. mid-2nd millennium B.C. using hematite measuring H. 1 in. (2.5 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite |
| Dimensions | H. 1 in. (2.5 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. mid-2nd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Syrian culture, dating from the Middle–Late Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1000 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. mid-2nd millennium B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal made from?
Cylinder seal is crafted from hematite.
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