Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Ornamentsca. 9th century B.C.Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers is a ivory/bone-ornaments of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using ivory measuring 4.17 x 0.98 x 0.2 in. (10.59 x 2.49 x 0.51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 4.17 x 0.98 x 0.2 in. (10.59 x 2.49 x 0.51 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1960 |
| Date | ca. 9th 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 – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers?
Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers created?
Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers made from?
Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers is crafted from ivory.
Is Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers in the public domain?
Incised furniture plaque with two figures in two registers is in the public domain and can be freely used.