Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals is a stone-cylinder seals created in ca. 14th century BC using hematite measuring 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite |
| Dimensions | 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in.) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Friends of Inanna Gifts, 2008 |
| Date | ca. 14th century BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
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 and modern impression: demons and animals?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals created?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals dates to ca. 14th century BC.
What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals made from?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals is crafted from hematite.
Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals in the public domain?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: demons and animals is in the public domain and can be freely used.