Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Equestrianca. 9th–8th century B.C.Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree is a ivory/bone-equestrian of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 4.21 x 2.2 x 2.09 in. (10.69 x 5.59 x 5.31 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 4.21 x 2.2 x 2.09 in. (10.69 x 5.59 x 5.31 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Equestrian |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1960 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree?
Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree created?
Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree made from?
Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree is crafted from ivory.
Is Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree in the public domain?
Incised horse frontlet carved into the shape of a flowering, volute palmette tree is in the public domain and can be freely used.