Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–7th century B.C.Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–7th century B.C. using ivory measuring 3 1/4 x 7 3/4 in. (8.4 x 19.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 3 1/4 x 7 3/4 in. (8.4 x 19.7 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1961 |
| Date | ca. 9th–7th 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 – 600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives created?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives dates to ca. 9th–7th century B.C..
What material is Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives made from?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives is crafted from ivory.
Is Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives in the public domain?
Furniture plaque carved in relief with two falcon-headed sphinxes trampling captives is in the public domain and can be freely used.