Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribedca. 2028–2004 B.C.

Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper is a stone-cylinder seals-inscribed of Neo-Sumerian origin created in ca. 2028–2004 B.C. using hematite measuring H. 1 1/8 x Diam. 11/16 in. (2.8 x 1.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumHematite
DimensionsH. 1 1/8 x Diam. 11/16 in. (2.8 x 1.7 cm)
ClassificationStone-Cylinder Seals-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1988
Dateca. 2028–2004 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Neo-Sumerian culture, dating from the Ur III period. The estimated date range is 2028 BC – 2004 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper?

Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper created?

Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper dates to ca. 2028–2004 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper made from?

Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper is crafted from hematite.

Is Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper in the public domain?

Cylinder seal: seated figure approached by a goddess leading a worshiper 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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