Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.
Drilled oval hemispheroid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using marble measuring Depth: 4.8 cm Height: 1.6 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Marble |
| Dimensions | Depth: 4.8 cm Height: 1.6 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: Iran or Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Drilled oval hemispheroid seal?
Drilled oval hemispheroid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Drilled oval hemispheroid seal created?
Drilled oval hemispheroid seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..
What material is Drilled oval hemispheroid seal made from?
Drilled oval hemispheroid seal is crafted from marble.
Is Drilled oval hemispheroid seal in the public domain?
Drilled oval hemispheroid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026