Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 4.33 x 2.2 x 0.31 in. (11 x 5.59 x 0.79 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions4.33 x 2.2 x 0.31 in. (11 x 5.59 x 0.79 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1962
Dateca. 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. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure created?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure made from?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure is crafted from ivory.

Is Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure in the public domain?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with a female figure is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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