Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Vesselsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Plaque with falcon-headed Re wearing crown of Upper and Lower Egypt |
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | H. 2 13/16 x W. 1 5/8 x D. 2 7/16 in. (7.1 x 4.1 x 6.2 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1960 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Assyrian |
| Period | Neo-Assyrian |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325080