Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3600–2900 B.C.

Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3600–2900 B.C. using chlorite or steatite, black measuring Seal Face: 1.73 x 1.42 cm Height: 0.43 cm String Hole: 0.3… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumChlorite or steatite, black
DimensionsSeal Face: 1.73 x 1.42 cm Height: 0.43 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1968
Dateca. 3600–2900 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 3600 BC – 2900 BC.

Geography

Origin: Northern Syria or southeastern Anatolia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes?

Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes created?

Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes dates to ca. 3600–2900 B.C..

What material is Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes made from?

Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes is crafted from chlorite or steatite, black.

Is Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes in the public domain?

Rectangular plaque seal, indented at string holes 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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