Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. 8th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Cylinder seal and modern impression: rampant winged monster behind a kneeling winged bull |
| Medium | Burnt steatite |
| Dimensions | 1.02 in. (2.59 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1943 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age II |
| Date Range | 900 BC – 800 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, Luristan |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324000