Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Sealingsca. 18th century B.C.

Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal is a clay-sealings of Old Assyrian Trading Colony origin created in ca. 18th century B.C. using un-baked clay measuring Diameter: Seal: 1.7 Seal Face: Sealing: 2.36 x 1.88… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumUn-baked clay
DimensionsDiameter: Seal: 1.7 Seal Face: Sealing: 2.36 x 1.88 cm Height: 2.03 cm
ClassificationClay-Sealings
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George D. Pratt, in memory of George D. Pratt, 1936
Dateca. 18th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Old Assyrian Trading Colony culture, dating from the Middle Bronze Age–Old Assyrian Trading Colony period. The estimated date range is 1800 BC – 1700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Anatolia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal?

Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal created?

Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal dates to ca. 18th century B.C..

What material is Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal made from?

Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal is crafted from un-baked clay.

Is Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal in the public domain?

Sealing with four circular impressions of one seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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