Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Reliefsca. 704–681 B.C.

Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream is a stone-reliefs of Assyrian origin created in ca. 704–681 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring H. 23 3/8 x W. 25 15/16 in. (59.3 x 65.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGypsum alabaster
DimensionsH. 23 3/8 x W. 25 15/16 in. (59.3 x 65.8 cm)
ClassificationStone-Reliefs
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of John D. Rockefeller Jr., 1932
Dateca. 704–681 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 704 BC – 681 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream?

Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream created?

Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream dates to ca. 704–681 B.C..

What material is Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream made from?

Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream is crafted from gypsum alabaster.

Is Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream in the public domain?

Relief depicting a cavalryman leading his horse beside a stream 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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