Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 2.36 x 3.86 in. (5.99 x 9.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 2.36 x 3.86 in. (5.99 x 9.8 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1957 |
| 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: Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf created?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf made from?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf is crafted from ivory.
Is Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf in the public domain?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with a cow suckling a calf is in the public domain and can be freely used.