Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Implements-Inscribedca. mid- to late 2nd Millennium BC
Mace head is a stone-implements-inscribed of Kassite origin created in ca. mid- to late 2nd Millennium BC using diorite (?) measuring 3.11 in. (7.9 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Diorite (?) |
| Dimensions | 3.11 in. (7.9 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Implements-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. mid- to late 2nd Millennium BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Kassite culture, dating from the Kassite period. The estimated date range is 1600 BC – 1200 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Mace head?
Mace head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Mace head created?
Mace head dates to ca. mid- to late 2nd Millennium BC.
What material is Mace head made from?
Mace head is crafted from diorite (?).
Is Mace head in the public domain?
Mace head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026