Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3300–2900 B.C.
Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3300–2900 B.C. using marble measuring H. 5/8 x W. 1 9/16 x D. 1 13/16 in. (1.6 x 4 x 4.6 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Marble |
| Dimensions | H. 5/8 x W. 1 9/16 x D. 1 13/16 in. (1.6 x 4 x 4.6 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Walter Hauser, 1958 |
| Date | ca. 3300–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Uruk–Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3300 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Southern Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head?
Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head created?
Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head dates to ca. 3300–2900 B.C..
What material is Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head made from?
Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head is crafted from marble.
Is Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head in the public domain?
Seal amulet in the form of a lion's head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026