Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 14th–13th century B.C.Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 14th–13th century B.C. using chalcedony measuring H. 1 3/8 in. (3.6 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chalcedony |
| Dimensions | H. 1 3/8 in. (3.6 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 14th–13th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Middle Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1200 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns created?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns dates to ca. 14th–13th century B.C..
What material is Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns made from?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns is crafted from chalcedony.
Is Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns in the public domain?
Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns is in the public domain and can be freely used.