Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribedca. 9th–8th century BCOpenwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes is a ivory/bone-reliefs-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century BC using ivory, gold foil measuring H. 2 1/2 x L. 4 1/4 in. (6.4 x 10.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory, gold foil |
| Dimensions | H. 2 1/2 x L. 4 1/4 in. (6.4 x 10.8 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1957 |
| Date | ca. 9th–8th century BC |
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 two sphinxes?
Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes created?
Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes dates to ca. 9th–8th century BC.
What material is Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes made from?
Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes is crafted from ivory, gold foil.
Is Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes in the public domain?
Openwork furniture plaque with two sphinxes is in the public domain and can be freely used.