Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 14th–13th century B.C.

Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals is a metalwork-ornaments of Elamite origin created in ca. 14th–13th century B.C. using gold, silver foil, bronze, bitumen measuring 0.55 in. (1.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold, silver foil, bronze, bitumen
Dimensions0.55 in. (1.4 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Ornaments
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1962
Dateca. 14th–13th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Elamite culture, dating from the Middle Elamite period. The estimated date range is 1400 BC – 1200 BC.

Geography

Origin: Southwestern Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals?

Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals created?

Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals dates to ca. 14th–13th century B.C..

What material is Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals made from?

Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals is crafted from gold, silver foil, bronze, bitumen.

Is Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals in the public domain?

Roundel with a rosette and recumbent horned animals 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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