Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals6th–5th millennium B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleLoop-handled rectangular seal
MediumChlorite or steatite, black
DimensionsSeal Face: 1.47 x 1.38 cm Height: 0.71 cm String Hole: 0.2 cm
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Date6th–5th millennium B.C.
Credit LinePurchase, 1893
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

PeriodHalaf
Date Range6000 BC – 4000 BC

Provenance

RegionNorthern Syria or northern Mesopotamia

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BF
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322242