Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Vesselsca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women is a ivory/bone-vessels of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1.89 x 2.6 x 0.24 in. (4.8 x 6.6 x 0.61 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions1.89 x 2.6 x 0.24 in. (4.8 x 6.6 x 0.61 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1954
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 Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women?

Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women created?

Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women made from?

Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women is crafted from ivory.

Is Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women in the public domain?

Incised cosmetic box fragments with a warrior and four women 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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