Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Equestrianca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions is a ivory/bone-equestrian of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 6.38 x 2.6 in. (16.21 x 6.6 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions6.38 x 2.6 in. (16.21 x 6.6 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Equestrian
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1961
Dateca. 9th–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 900 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions?

Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions created?

Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions made from?

Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions is crafted from ivory.

Is Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions in the public domain?

Horse frontlet carved in relief with a female figure flanked by lions 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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