Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3300–2900 B.C.
Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3300–2900 B.C. using marble measuring H. 3/4 x W. 1 1/16 x D. 1 11/16 in. (2 x 2.8 x 4.3… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Marble |
| Dimensions | H. 3/4 x W. 1 1/16 x D. 1 11/16 in. (2 x 2.8 x 4.3 cm) String Hole: 3/16 in. (0.4 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Miss Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| 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 recumbent bovid?
Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid created?
Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid dates to ca. 3300–2900 B.C..
What material is Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid made from?
Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid is crafted from marble.
Is Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid in the public domain?
Seal amulet in the form of recumbent bovid is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026