Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Vesselsca. 8th–7th century B.C.

Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt is a ivory/bone-vessels of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th–7th century B.C. using ivory measuring H. 2 13/16 x W. 1 5/8 x D. 2 7/16 in. (7.1 x 4.1 x 6.2 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
DimensionsH. 2 13/16 x W. 1 5/8 x D. 2 7/16 in. (7.1 x 4.1 x 6.2 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1960
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 falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt?

Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt created?

Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt dates to ca. 8th–7th century B.C..

What material is Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt made from?

Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt is crafted from ivory.

Is Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt in the public domain?

Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt 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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