Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. 2900–2700 B.C.

Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design is a stone-cylinder seals created in ca. 2900–2700 B.C. using limestone (?) measuring 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone (?)
Dimensions1.75 in. (4.45 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1962
Dateca. 2900–2700 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Early Dynastic I period. The estimated date range is 2900 BC – 2700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design created?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design dates to ca. 2900–2700 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design made from?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design is crafted from limestone (?).

Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design in the public domain?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: geometric design is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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