Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th century B.C.Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1.34 x 1.89 x 0.25 in. (3.4 x 4.8 x 0.64 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 1.34 x 1.89 x 0.25 in. (3.4 x 4.8 x 0.64 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 with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail?
Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail created?
Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail made from?
Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail is crafted from ivory.
Is Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail in the public domain?
Plaque with a seated, winged leonine monster possibly with scorpion tail is in the public domain and can be freely used.