Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Sealingsca. 2900–2600 B.C.Sealing with cylinder seal impression is a clay-sealings of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2900–2600 B.C. using clay measuring 1.42 x 2 in. (3.61 x 5.08 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | 1.42 x 2 in. (3.61 x 5.08 cm) |
| Classification | Clay-Sealings |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Date | ca. 2900–2600 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic I-II period. The estimated date range is 2900 BC – 2600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sealing with cylinder seal impression?
Sealing with cylinder seal impression is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sealing with cylinder seal impression created?
Sealing with cylinder seal impression dates to ca. 2900–2600 B.C..
What material is Sealing with cylinder seal impression made from?
Sealing with cylinder seal impression is crafted from clay.
Is Sealing with cylinder seal impression in the public domain?
Sealing with cylinder seal impression is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026