Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Sculptureca. mid-2nd millennium B.C.
Mastiff is a ceramics-sculpture of Kassite origin created in ca. mid-2nd millennium B.C. using ceramic, paint measuring 16.3 x 14.17 in. (41.4 x 35.99 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ceramic, paint |
| Dimensions | 16.3 x 14.17 in. (41.4 x 35.99 cm) |
| Classification | Ceramics-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, The Charles Engelhard Foundation Gift, 1989 |
| Date | ca. mid-2nd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Kassite culture, dating from the Kassite period. The estimated date range is 1595 BC – 1300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Mastiff?
Mastiff is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Mastiff created?
Mastiff dates to ca. mid-2nd millennium B.C..
What material is Mastiff made from?
Mastiff is crafted from ceramic, paint.
Is Mastiff in the public domain?
Mastiff is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026