Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribedca. 9th–8th century B.C.Openwork furniture plaque with leaves is a ivory/bone-reliefs-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 5 x 2.37 in. (12.7 x 6.02 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 5 x 2.37 in. (12.7 x 6.02 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1957 |
| Date | ca. 9th–8th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Openwork furniture plaque with leaves?
Openwork furniture plaque with leaves is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Openwork furniture plaque with leaves created?
Openwork furniture plaque with leaves dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Openwork furniture plaque with leaves made from?
Openwork furniture plaque with leaves is crafted from ivory.
Is Openwork furniture plaque with leaves in the public domain?
Openwork furniture plaque with leaves is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026