Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Reliefsca. 9th century B.C.Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower is a stone-reliefs of Hittite origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using basalt measuring 26 3/4 x 42 1/8 x 20 1/16 in. (68 x 107 x 51 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Basalt |
| Dimensions | 26 3/4 x 42 1/8 x 20 1/16 in. (68 x 107 x 51 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1943 |
| Date | ca. 9th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hittite culture, dating from the Neo-Hittite period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower?
Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower created?
Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower made from?
Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower is crafted from basalt.
Is Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower in the public domain?
Orthostat relief: seated figure holding a lotus flower is in the public domain and can be freely used.