Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 1400–1200 B.C.Discoid seal engraved on both faces is a stone-stamp seals of Hittite origin created in ca. 1400–1200 B.C. using red steatite measuring Diameter: 2.17 cm Height: .68 cm String Hole: 0.4 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Red steatite |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 2.17 cm Height: .68 cm String Hole: 0.4 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1899 |
| Date | ca. 1400–1200 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hittite culture, dating from the Hittite Empire period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1100 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria or Anatolia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Discoid seal engraved on both faces?
Discoid seal engraved on both faces is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Discoid seal engraved on both faces created?
Discoid seal engraved on both faces dates to ca. 1400–1200 B.C..
What material is Discoid seal engraved on both faces made from?
Discoid seal engraved on both faces is crafted from red steatite.
Is Discoid seal engraved on both faces in the public domain?
Discoid seal engraved on both faces is in the public domain and can be freely used.