Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull is a stone-stamp seals of Cypriot origin created in ca. 12th–9th century B.C. using steatite (?) measuring Seal Face: 1.88 x 1.47 cm Height: 1.21 cm String Hole: 0.3… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite (?) |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.88 x 1.47 cm Height: 1.21 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of The Right Reverend Paul Moore Jr., 1985 |
| Date | ca. 12th–9th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Cypriot culture, dating from the Late Cypriot III-Cypro-Geometric III period. The estimated date range is 1200 BC – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Cyprus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull?
Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull created?
Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull dates to ca. 12th–9th century B.C..
What material is Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull made from?
Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull is crafted from steatite (?).
Is Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull in the public domain?
Scaraboid seal in form of human head; collapsing bull is in the public domain and can be freely used.