Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Implementsca. 883–859 B.C.Knob with an eight-petaled rosette is a ceramics-implements of Assyrian origin created in ca. 883–859 B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 3.27 in. (8.31 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 3.27 in. (8.31 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1958 |
| Date | ca. 883–859 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 883 BC – 859 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Knob with an eight-petaled rosette?
Knob with an eight-petaled rosette is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Knob with an eight-petaled rosette created?
Knob with an eight-petaled rosette dates to ca. 883–859 B.C..
What material is Knob with an eight-petaled rosette made from?
Knob with an eight-petaled rosette is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Knob with an eight-petaled rosette in the public domain?
Knob with an eight-petaled rosette is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026