Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 8th–7th century B.C.

Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th–7th century B.C. using ivory measuring 3.23 x 3.43 x 0.24 in. (8.2 x 8.71 x 0.61 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions3.23 x 3.43 x 0.24 in. (8.2 x 8.71 x 0.61 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineHarris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1967
Dateca. 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. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion?

Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion created?

Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion dates to ca. 8th–7th century B.C..

What material is Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion made from?

Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion is crafted from ivory.

Is Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion in the public domain?

Plaque with a youth in an Egyptian double crown fighting a lion 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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