Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 18th–17th century B.C.

Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress is a metalwork-sculpture created in ca. 18th–17th century B.C. using bronze measuring H. 7 in. (17.9 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze
DimensionsH. 7 in. (17.9 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Sculpture
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Sheldon and Barbara Breitbart, 1985
Dateca. 18th–17th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 1800 BC – 1600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Syria-Levant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress?

Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress created?

Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress dates to ca. 18th–17th century B.C..

What material is Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress made from?

Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress is crafted from bronze.

Is Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress in the public domain?

Royal or divine figure with high conical headdress 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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