Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 4.06 x 2.44 x 0.39 in. (10.31 x 6.2 x 0.99 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 4.06 x 2.44 x 0.39 in. (10.31 x 6.2 x 0.99 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| 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 sphinx?
Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx created?
Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..
What material is Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx made from?
Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx is crafted from ivory.
Is Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx in the public domain?
Openwork furniture plaque with sphinx is in the public domain and can be freely used.