Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Ornamentsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor is a ivory/bone-ornaments of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory (hippopotamus) measuring 6.38 in. (16.21 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory (hippopotamus) |
| Dimensions | 6.38 in. (16.21 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1967 |
| Date | ca. 9th–8th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor?
Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor created?
Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor made from?
Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor is crafted from ivory (hippopotamus).
Is Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor in the public domain?
Furniture element made from a hippopotamus incisor is in the public domain and can be freely used.