Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur
Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Architectural-Inscribedca. 1216–1187 B.C.

Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur is a ceramics-architectural-inscribed of Kassite origin created in ca. 1216–1187 B.C. using ceramic measuring Brick: 13.2 x 10.8 x 7.2 cm (5 1/4 x 4 1/4 x 2 7/8… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
DimensionsBrick: 13.2 x 10.8 x 7.2 cm (5 1/4 x 4 1/4 x 2 7/8 in.) Inscription: 10.6 x 8.6 cm (4 1/8 x 3 3/8 in.)
ClassificationCeramics-Architectural-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1959
Dateca. 1216–1187 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Kassite culture, dating from the Kassite period. The estimated date range is 1216 BC – 1187 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur?

Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur created?

Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur dates to ca. 1216–1187 B.C..

What material is Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur made from?

Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur is crafted from ceramic.

Is Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur in the public domain?

Inscribed brick: dedicatory inscription of Adad-shuma-usur 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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