Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3300–2900 B.C.
Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3300–2900 B.C. using onyx measuring 1 1/4 × 1 5/8 in. (3.2 × 4.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Onyx |
| Dimensions | 1 1/4 × 1 5/8 in. (3.2 × 4.1 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| 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 reclining cow?
Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow created?
Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow dates to ca. 3300–2900 B.C..
What material is Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow made from?
Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow is crafted from onyx.
Is Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow in the public domain?
Seal amulet in the form of a reclining cow is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026