Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals4th millennium B.C.
Gable seal is a stone-stamp seals created in 4th millennium B.C. using chlorite or steatite, black measuring Seal Face: 6.77 x 6.1 cm Height: 1.39 cm String Hole: 0.5 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chlorite or steatite, black |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 6.77 x 6.1 cm Height: 1.39 cm String Hole: 0.5 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of The Right Reverend Paul Moore Jr., 1985 |
| Date | 4th millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 4000 BC – 3000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Syria or southeastern Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Gable seal?
Gable seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Gable seal created?
Gable seal dates to 4th millennium B.C..
What material is Gable seal made from?
Gable seal is crafted from chlorite or steatite, black.
Is Gable seal in the public domain?
Gable seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026