Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribedca. 9th–8th century B.C.Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree is a ivory/bone-reliefs-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring H. 4 7/8 x W. 3 1/16 x Th. 7/16 in. (12.4 x 7.7 x 1.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | H. 4 7/8 x W. 3 1/16 x Th. 7/16 in. (12.4 x 7.7 x 1.1 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| 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 plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree?
Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree created?
Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree made from?
Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree is crafted from ivory.
Is Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree in the public domain?
Furniture plaque carved in high relief with two Egyptianizing figures flanking a volute tree is in the public domain and can be freely used.