Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.
Hemispheroid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using steatite, green black measuring Seal Face: 2.11 x 1.9 cm Height: 1.01 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, green black |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 2.11 x 1.9 cm Height: 1.01 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1899 |
| Date | ca. 3500–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Uruk–Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Hemispheroid seal?
Hemispheroid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Hemispheroid seal created?
Hemispheroid seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..
What material is Hemispheroid seal made from?
Hemispheroid seal is crafted from steatite, green black.
Is Hemispheroid seal in the public domain?
Hemispheroid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026