Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 17th–16th century B.C.Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Babylonian or Kassite origin created in ca. 17th–16th century B.C. using carnelian measuring 0.87 in. (2.21 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Carnelian |
| Dimensions | 0.87 in. (2.21 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Georg Hahn, 1947 |
| Date | ca. 17th–16th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian or Kassite culture, dating from the late Old Babylonian–early Kassite period. The estimated date range is 1700 BC – 1500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess created?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess dates to ca. 17th–16th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess made from?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess is crafted from carnelian.
Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess in the public domain?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: suppliant goddess is in the public domain and can be freely used.