Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals4th–3rd millennium B.C. (?)
Reel seal is a stone-stamp seals created in 4th–3rd millennium B.C. (?) using chlorite, black measuring Seal Face: Height: 1.49 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chlorite, black |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: Height: 1.49 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Lester Wolfe, 1983 |
| Date | 4th–3rd millennium B.C. (?) |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Prehistoric period. The estimated date range is 4000 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran or Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Reel seal?
Reel seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Reel seal created?
Reel seal dates to 4th–3rd millennium B.C. (?).
What material is Reel seal made from?
Reel seal is crafted from chlorite, black.
Is Reel seal in the public domain?
Reel seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026