Cylindrical box fragment with female figures
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Vesselsca. 8th century B.C.

Cylindrical box fragment with female figures is a ivory/bone-vessels of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 2.6 x 2.24 x 0.51 in. (6.6 x 5.69 x 1.3 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions2.6 x 2.24 x 0.51 in. (6.6 x 5.69 x 1.3 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1954
Dateca. 8th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylindrical box fragment with female figures?

Cylindrical box fragment with female figures is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylindrical box fragment with female figures created?

Cylindrical box fragment with female figures dates to ca. 8th century B.C..

What material is Cylindrical box fragment with female figures made from?

Cylindrical box fragment with female figures is crafted from ivory.

Is Cylindrical box fragment with female figures in the public domain?

Cylindrical box fragment with female figures 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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