Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree
Ancient Near Eastern ArtFaience-Cylinder Sealsca. 13th century B.C.

Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree is a faience-cylinder seals of Elamite origin created in ca. 13th century B.C. using faience measuring 1.73 in. (4.39 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
Dimensions1.73 in. (4.39 cm)
ClassificationFaience-Cylinder Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineBequest of Lester Wolfe, 1983
Dateca. 13th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Elamite culture, dating from the Middle Elamite period. The estimated date range is 1300 BC – 1200 BC.

Geography

Origin: Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree?

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

When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree created?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree dates to ca. 13th century B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree made from?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree is crafted from faience.

Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree in the public domain?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: horned animal and tree 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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