Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th century B.C.

Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using ivory measuring 3.74 x 1.54 x 0.39 in. (9.5 x 3.91 x 0.99 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions3.74 x 1.54 x 0.39 in. (9.5 x 3.91 x 0.99 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1965
Dateca. 9th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 800 BC.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat?

Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat created?

Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat dates to ca. 9th century B.C..

What material is Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat made from?

Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat is crafted from ivory.

Is Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat in the public domain?

Plaque fragments with a bearded male dignitary carrying a young goat is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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