Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.

Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using marble, cream with red veins (?) measuring Seal Face: 3.59 x 2.42 cm Fox: same Height: 1.82 cm String… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumMarble, cream with red veins (?)
DimensionsSeal Face: 3.59 x 2.42 cm Fox: same Height: 1.82 cm String Hole: 3.0 cm
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1987
Dateca. 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 fox amulet seal?

Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal created?

Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..

What material is Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal made from?

Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal is crafted from marble, cream with red veins (?).

Is Drilled recumbent fox amulet seal in the public domain?

Drilled recumbent fox 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

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