Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 8th century B.C.

Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 11.38 x 2.72 x 0.2 in. (28.91 x 6.91 x 0.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions11.38 x 2.72 x 0.2 in. (28.91 x 6.91 x 0.51 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1959
Dateca. 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 800 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses created?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses dates to ca. 8th century B.C..

What material is Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses made from?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses is crafted from ivory.

Is Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses in the public domain?

Furniture plaque carved in relief with warrior holding lotuses 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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