Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 14th century B.C.

Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Cypriot origin created in ca. 14th century B.C. using black-grey hematite measuring 7/8 × 7/16 in. (2.2 × 1.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBlack-grey hematite
Dimensions7/8 × 7/16 in. (2.2 × 1.1 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineThe Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
Dateca. 14th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Cypriot culture, 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 with lions and antelope?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope 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 with lions and antelope created?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope dates to ca. 14th century B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope made from?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope is crafted from black-grey hematite.

Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope in the public domain?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: Master of Animals with lions and antelope 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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