Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th century B.C.Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1.14 x 0.87 x 0.16 in. (2.9 x 2.21 x 0.41 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 1.14 x 0.87 x 0.16 in. (2.9 x 2.21 x 0.41 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: man holding vessel to his mouth?
Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth created?
Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth made from?
Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth is crafted from ivory.
Is Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth in the public domain?
Plaque: man holding vessel to his mouth is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026