Cylinder seal and modern impression: winged horse with claws and horns
Flag of IraqAncient 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

MediumChalcedony
DimensionsH. 1 3/8 in. (3.6 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.3 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999
Dateca. 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. Flag of Iraq

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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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