Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 2250–2000 B.C.Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back is a stone-stamp seals of Akkadian or Neo-Sumerian origin created in ca. 2250–2000 B.C. using steatite, green black measuring Seal Face: 2.14 x 2.57 cm Height: 1.36 cm String Hole: 0.4… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, green black |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 2.14 x 2.57 cm Height: 1.36 cm String Hole: 0.4 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76 |
| Date | ca. 2250–2000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Akkadian or Neo-Sumerian culture, dating from the late Akkadian or Ur III period. The estimated date range is 2250 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back?
Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back created?
Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back dates to ca. 2250–2000 B.C..
What material is Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back made from?
Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back is crafted from steatite, green black.
Is Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back in the public domain?
Rectangular plaque seal with stepped pyramidal back is in the public domain and can be freely used.