Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 14th–13th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Figure of a seated goddess |
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | H. 10-7/8 in. (27.6 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 14th–13th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Fletcher Fund and Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 2003 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Canaanite |
| Period | Late Bronze Age |
| Date Range | 1400 BC – 1200 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Syria-Levant |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 329153