Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Vesselsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull is a ivory/bone-vessels of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1.85 x 2.44 x 0.31 in. (4.7 x 6.2 x 0.79 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 1.85 x 2.44 x 0.31 in. (4.7 x 6.2 x 0.79 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1964 |
| 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 or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull?
Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull created?
Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull made from?
Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull is crafted from ivory.
Is Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull in the public domain?
Furniture or cosmetic box plaque carved in relief with a striding bull is in the public domain and can be freely used.