Plaque with robed priests leading animals
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Reliefsca. 9th–8th century B.C.

Plaque with robed priests leading animals is a ivory/bone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 9th–8th century B.C. using ivory measuring 4.09 x 10.31 in. (10.39 x 26.19 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
Dimensions4.09 x 10.31 in. (10.39 x 26.19 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1957
Dateca. 9th–8th 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 900 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plaque with robed priests leading animals?

Plaque with robed priests leading animals is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque with robed priests leading animals created?

Plaque with robed priests leading animals dates to ca. 9th–8th century B.C..

What material is Plaque with robed priests leading animals made from?

Plaque with robed priests leading animals is crafted from ivory.

Is Plaque with robed priests leading animals in the public domain?

Plaque with robed priests leading animals 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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