Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Discoid seal engraved on convex face |
| Medium | Limestone (?) |
| Dimensions | 0.39 x 0.85 x 0.92 in. (0.99 x 2.16 x 2.34 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1984 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Assyrian |
| Period | Neo-Assyrian |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Mesopotamia |
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SS
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PS
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OS
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Ovoid seal with convex face and stud handle
OP
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Cylinder seal
LH
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Lioness head
SO
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SI
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MC
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327003