Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Reliefs-Inscribedca. early 1st millennium B.C.Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription is a stone-reliefs-inscribed of Hittite origin created in ca. early 1st millennium B.C. using basalt measuring 45 x 23 x 3.12 in. (114.3 x 58.42 x 7.92 cm) 206 lbs — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Basalt |
| Dimensions | 45 x 23 x 3.12 in. (114.3 x 58.42 x 7.92 cm) 206 lbs |
| Classification | Stone-Reliefs-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Henry Marden, in memory of Rev. Henry Marden, 1890 |
| Date | ca. early 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hittite culture, dating from the Neo-Hittite period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 750 BC.
Geography
Origin: Anatolia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription?
Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription created?
Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription dates to ca. early 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription made from?
Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription is crafted from basalt.
Is Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription in the public domain?
Relief: bearded figure holding staff; hieroglyphic inscription is in the public domain and can be freely used.