Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 1700–1560 B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleElliptical ring bezel seal
MediumRock crystal
DimensionsSeal Face: 1.59 x 0.95 cm Height: 0.17 (with mounts: 0.44) cm
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 1700–1560 B.C.
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. V. Everit Macy, 1923
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

PeriodDynasty 15-17, 2nd Intermediate Period, Hyksos
Date Range1700 BC – 1560 BC

Provenance

RegionLevant

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322528