Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish is a stone-cylinder seals of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using steatite, copper measuring 1.38 in. (3.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, copper |
| Dimensions | 1.38 in. (3.51 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1957 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish created?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish made from?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish is crafted from steatite, copper.
Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish in the public domain?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: ostrich, ibex, and fish is in the public domain and can be freely used.