Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Reliefsca. 2000–1600 B.C.

Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon is a ceramics-reliefs of Babylonian origin created in ca. 2000–1600 B.C. using ceramic measuring 5.25 x 3.86 in. (13.34 x 9.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCeramic
Dimensions5.25 x 3.86 in. (13.34 x 9.8 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, Friends of Inanna Gifts, 1999
Dateca. 2000–1600 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Babylonian culture, dating from the Old Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Southern Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon?

Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon created?

Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon dates to ca. 2000–1600 B.C..

What material is Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon made from?

Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon is crafted from ceramic.

Is Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon in the public domain?

Molded plaque: the weather god Adad and a bull standing on a lion-dragon is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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