Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Sculptureca. 9th century B.C.Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity is a ivory/bone-sculpture of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using ivory measuring H. 2 13/16 x W. 1 3/4 x D. 3 7/16 in. (7.2 x 4.5 x 8.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | H. 2 13/16 x W. 1 3/4 x D. 3 7/16 in. (7.2 x 4.5 x 8.7 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1965 |
| Date | ca. 9th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity?
Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity created?
Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity made from?
Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity is crafted from ivory.
Is Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity in the public domain?
Furniture leg (?) with a recumbent lion supporting a deity is in the public domain and can be freely used.