Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius is a stone-cylinder seals created in ca. 14th century B.C. using hematite measuring H. 7/8 in. (2.3 cm); Diam. 5/16 in. (0.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite |
| Dimensions | H. 7/8 in. (2.3 cm); Diam. 5/16 in. (0.8 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 14th century B.C. |
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: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius created?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius dates to ca. 14th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius made from?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius is crafted from hematite.
Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius in the public domain?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals between lions, griffins, Minoan genius is in the public domain and can be freely used.