Ancient Near Eastern ArtGlass-Ornamentsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds is a glass-ornaments of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using glass measuring 0.67 x 0.67 in. (1.7 x 1.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Glass |
| Dimensions | 0.67 x 0.67 in. (1.7 x 1.7 cm) |
| Classification | Glass-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| 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 Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds?
Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds created?
Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds made from?
Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds is crafted from glass.
Is Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds in the public domain?
Inlays: white rosettes on blue backgrounds is in the public domain and can be freely used.