Sasanian · Sasanian · ca. 7th century A.D.

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Sealingsca. 7th century A.D.

Artwork Details

TitleSealing
MediumUn-baked clay
Dimensions0.59 in. (1.5 cm)
ClassificationClay-Sealings
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 7th century A.D.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1936
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureSasanian
PeriodSasanian
Date Range7 AD

Provenance

RegionIran

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 323412