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
| Medium | Faience |
| Dimensions | 1.73 in. (4.39 cm) |
| Classification | Faience-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Lester Wolfe, 1983 |
| Date | ca. 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.