Ancient 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
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 3.74 x 1.54 x 0.39 in. (9.5 x 3.91 x 0.99 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1965 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
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.