Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Ornamentsca. 8th century B.C.Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis is a ivory/bone-ornaments of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 3.86 x 5.71 x 7.4 in. (9.8 x 14.5 x 18.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 3.86 x 5.71 x 7.4 in. (9.8 x 14.5 x 18.8 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1960 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis?
Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis created?
Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis dates to ca. 8th century B.C..
What material is Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis made from?
Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis is crafted from ivory.
Is Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis in the public domain?
Decorative frieze, perhaps from furniture or pyxis is in the public domain and can be freely used.