Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Implementsca. 18th century B.C.Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes is a ivory/bone-implements of Old Assyrian Trading Colony origin created in ca. 18th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1 11/16 x 2 5/8 x 3/16 in. (4.3 x 6.6 x 0.6 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 1 11/16 x 2 5/8 x 3/16 in. (4.3 x 6.6 x 0.6 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. George D. Pratt, in memory of George D. Pratt, 1936 |
| Date | ca. 18th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Old Assyrian Trading Colony culture, dating from the Middle Bronze Age–Old Assyrian Trading Colony period. The estimated date range is 1800 BC – 1700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Anatolia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes?
Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes created?
Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes dates to ca. 18th century B.C..
What material is Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes made from?
Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes is crafted from ivory.
Is Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes in the public domain?
Fragmentary gaming board: game of 58 holes is in the public domain and can be freely used.