Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid is a stone-stamp seals of Babylonian origin created in ca. 6th–5th century B.C. using chalcedony measuring Seal Face; 2.22 x 1.36 cm Height: 2.14 cm String Hole: 0.4… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chalcedony |
| Dimensions | Seal Face; 2.22 x 1.36 cm Height: 2.14 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. 6th–5th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian culture, dating from the Neo-Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant or Mesopotamia (?). 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid?
Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid created?
Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid dates to ca. 6th–5th century B.C..
What material is Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid made from?
Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid is crafted from chalcedony.
Is Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid in the public domain?
Rib-handled ovoid seal: imitation of bronze-mounted scaraboid is in the public domain and can be freely used.