Sumerian · Early Dynastic III · ca. 2600–2350 B.C.

Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Sealingsca. 2600–2350 B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleSealing
MediumCeramic
Dimensions1.18 x 1.44 in. (3 x 3.66 cm)
ClassificationClay-Sealings
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 2600–2350 B.C.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1962
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureSumerian
PeriodEarly Dynastic III
Date Range2600 BC – 2350 BC

Provenance

RegionMesopotamia

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ca. 2700–2600 B.C.Sealing with cylinder seal impression
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CT
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ca. 2600–2350 B.C.Cuneiform tablet: fragment concerning canals (Sum.e)
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ca. 2600–2350 B.C.Inlay: dancing man
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ca. 2600–2350 B.C.Vessel stand with ibex support
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ca. 2600–2350 B.C.Amulet
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ca. 2600–2350 B.C.Cylinder seal
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325497