Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.
Drilled caprid amulet seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using marble measuring Seal Face: 3.6 x 2.1 cm Height: 0.7 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Marble |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 3.6 x 2.1 cm Height: 0.7 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1987 |
| Date | ca. 3500–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Uruk–Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia or Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Drilled caprid amulet seal?
Drilled caprid amulet seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Drilled caprid amulet seal created?
Drilled caprid amulet seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..
What material is Drilled caprid amulet seal made from?
Drilled caprid amulet seal is crafted from marble.
Is Drilled caprid amulet seal in the public domain?
Drilled caprid amulet seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026