Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti is a metalwork-reliefs-inscribed of Urartian origin created in ca. 713–679 B.C. using bronze measuring 2.72 x 6 in. (6.91 x 15.24 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 2.72 x 6 in. (6.91 x 15.24 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Reliefs-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1976 |
| Date | ca. 713–679 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Urartian culture, dating from the Iron Age III period. The estimated date range is 713 BC – 679 BC.
Geography
Origin: Urartu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti?
Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti created?
Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti dates to ca. 713–679 B.C..
What material is Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti made from?
Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti is crafted from bronze.
Is Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti in the public domain?
Plaque fragment with chariot scenes inscribed with the Urartian royal name Argishti is in the public domain and can be freely used.