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
| Medium | Black-grey hematite |
| Dimensions | 7/8 × 7/16 in. (2.2 × 1.1 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76 |
| Date | ca. 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.