Old Assyrian Trading Colony · Middle Bronze Age–Old Assyrian Trading Colony · ca. 18th century B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Vesselsca. 18th century B.C.Plate is a ivory/bone-vessels of Old Assyrian Trading Colony origin created in ca. 18th century B.C. using ivory measuring 1.75 x 0.88 in. (4.45 x 2.24 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | 1.75 x 0.88 in. (4.45 x 2.24 cm) |
| Classification | Ivory/Bone-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. George D. Pratt, in memory of George D. Pratt, 1937 |
| Date | ca. 18th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Old Assyrian Trading Colony culture, dating from the Middle Bronze Age–Old Assyrian Trading Colony period. The estimated date range is 1800 BC – 1700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Anatolia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Plate?
Plate is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Plate created?
Plate dates to ca. 18th century B.C..
What material is Plate made from?
Plate is crafted from ivory.
Is Plate in the public domain?
Plate is in the public domain and can be freely used.