Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Reliefsca. 668–627 B.C.Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water is a stone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 668–627 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring 20 1/4 x 18 1/4 in., 48lb. (51.6 x 46.3 cm) 48 lbs — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gypsum alabaster |
| Dimensions | 20 1/4 x 18 1/4 in., 48lb. (51.6 x 46.3 cm) 48 lbs |
| Classification | Stone-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of John D. Rockefeller Jr., 1932 |
| Date | ca. 668–627 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 668 BC – 627 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water?
Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water created?
Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water dates to ca. 668–627 B.C..
What material is Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water made from?
Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water is crafted from gypsum alabaster.
Is Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water in the public domain?
Relief: Assyrian soldier conducting captives across the water is in the public domain and can be freely used.