Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Iran origin created in ca. 8th–7th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1.5 x 3.75 in. (3.81 x 9.53 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 1.5 x 3.75 in. (3.81 x 9.53 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1943 |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age III period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran, Luristan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse?
Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse created?
Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse dates to ca. 8th–7th century B.C..
What material is Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse made from?
Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse is crafted from ivory.
Is Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse in the public domain?
Plaque: bull-men on the obverse; lion attacking a horned animal on the reverse is in the public domain and can be freely used.