Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using stone measuring H. 1-1/8 in. (2.8 cm) x Diam. 7/16 in. (1.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone
DimensionsH. 1-1/8 in. (2.8 cm) x Diam. 7/16 in. (1.1 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1986
Dateca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx created?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx made from?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx is crafted from stone.

Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx in the public domain?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: archer in a sphinx-drawn chariot attacking a rampant sphinx is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

Related