Flag of JordanThe CloistersIvoriesfirst half of the 8th century

Furniture Veneer Panels is a ivories from excavated at al-Humayma, Jordan created in first half of the 8th century using fragments of thin sheets of ivory (elephantine), now consolidated measuring Each approx: 30 x 10 x .03–.05 cm (11 13/16 x 3 15/16 x… — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFragments of thin sheets of ivory (elephantine), now consolidated
DimensionsEach approx: 30 x 10 x .03–.05 cm (11 13/16 x 3 15/16 x 1/100–2/100 in.)
ClassificationIvories
DepartmentThe Cloisters
Credit LineDepartment of Antiquities, Amman
Datefirst half of the 8th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: excavated at al-Humayma, Jordan. Flag of Jordan

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Furniture Veneer Panels?

Furniture Veneer Panels is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Furniture Veneer Panels created?

Furniture Veneer Panels dates to first half of the 8th century.

What material is Furniture Veneer Panels made from?

Furniture Veneer Panels is crafted from fragments of thin sheets of ivory (elephantine), now consolidated.

Where does Furniture Veneer Panels originate?

Furniture Veneer Panels originates from excavated at al-Humayma, Jordan.

Is Furniture Veneer Panels in the public domain?

Furniture Veneer Panels is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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