Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 14th century B.C.
Cylinder seal is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Cypriot origin created in ca. 14th century B.C. using hematite, gold measuring H. 3.2 cm x Diam .9cm seal x Diam. 1.4 cm terminal — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite, gold |
| Dimensions | H. 3.2 cm x Diam .9cm seal x Diam. 1.4 cm terminal |
| 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. 14th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Cypriot culture, dating from the Late Cypriot II period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Cyprus.
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. 14th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal made from?
Cylinder seal is crafted from hematite, gold.
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