Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribedca. 8th–7th century B.C.Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon is a ivory/bone-reliefs-inscribed of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th–7th century B.C. using ivory measuring 2.99 x 2.44 x 0.43 in. (7.59 x 6.2 x 1.09 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 2.99 x 2.44 x 0.43 in. (7.59 x 6.2 x 1.09 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Reliefs-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1964 |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon?
Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon created?
Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon dates to ca. 8th–7th century B.C..
What material is Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon made from?
Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon is crafted from ivory.
Is Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon in the public domain?
Plaque with a tree of intertwined papyrus and pomegranates; craftsman's mark on the lower tenon is in the public domain and can be freely used.