Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Sealsca. 18th–17th century B.C.

Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses is a stone-cylinder seals created in ca. 18th–17th century B.C. using stone measuring H. 11/16 in. (1.7 cm); Diam. 3/8 in. (1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone
DimensionsH. 11/16 in. (1.7 cm); Diam. 3/8 in. (1 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999
Dateca. 18th–17th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Old Syrian period. The estimated date range is 1800 BC – 1600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses created?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses dates to ca. 18th–17th century B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses made from?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses is crafted from stone.

Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses in the public domain?

Cylinder seal and modern impression: rows of animals; falcons flanking goat, Taweret goddesses 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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