Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. A.D. 787–8
Stamp seal is a stone-stamp seals-inscribed of Islamic origin created in ca. A.D. 787–8 using sandstone or siltstone ? measuring Diam. 3 cm x Th. .9 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Sandstone or siltstone ? |
| Dimensions | Diam. 3 cm x Th. .9 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. A.D. 787–8 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Islamic culture, dating from the early Islamic period. The estimated date range is 787 – 788.
Geography
Origin: Arabia (?).
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stamp seal?
Stamp seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stamp seal created?
Stamp seal dates to ca. A.D. 787–8.
What material is Stamp seal made from?
Stamp seal is crafted from sandstone or siltstone ?.
Is Stamp seal in the public domain?
Stamp 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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