Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene is a stone-cylinder seals of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using jasper measuring 0.87 in. (2.21 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumJasper
Dimensions0.87 in. (2.21 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1954
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: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene?

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

When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene created?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene made from?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene is crafted from jasper.

Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene in the public domain?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: hunting scene 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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