Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Ornamentsca. 8th century B.C.

Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat is a ivory/bone-ornaments of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th century B.C. using ivory measuring H. 1 3/4 x W. 21 3/4in. (4.4 x 55.2cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
DimensionsH. 1 3/4 x W. 21 3/4in. (4.4 x 55.2cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Ornaments
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 plaques carved in relief with animal combat?

Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat created?

Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat dates to ca. 8th century B.C..

What material is Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat made from?

Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat is crafted from ivory.

Is Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat in the public domain?

Furniture plaques carved in relief with animal combat 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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