Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.
Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using calcite, green measuring Seal Face: 1.85 x 1.2 cm Bovid: same Height: 1.9 cm String… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Calcite, green |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.85 x 1.2 cm Bovid: same Height: 1.9 cm String Hole: 0.25 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 recumbent bovid amulet seal?
Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal created?
Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..
What material is Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal made from?
Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal is crafted from calcite, green.
Is Drilled recumbent bovid amulet seal in the public domain?
Drilled recumbent bovid 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