Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 4200–3800 B.C.Low hemispheroid seal is a stone-stamp seals of Iran origin created in ca. 4200–3800 B.C. using steatite, green black measuring 0.71 x 1.89 in. (1.8 x 4.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, green black |
| Dimensions | 0.71 x 1.89 in. (1.8 x 4.8 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| Date | ca. 4200–3800 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Chalcolithic period. The estimated date range is 4200 BC – 3800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Western Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Low hemispheroid seal?
Low hemispheroid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Low hemispheroid seal created?
Low hemispheroid seal dates to ca. 4200–3800 B.C..
What material is Low hemispheroid seal made from?
Low hemispheroid seal is crafted from steatite, green black.
Is Low hemispheroid seal in the public domain?
Low hemispheroid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026