Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. 3rd–7th century A.D.

Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal is a stone-stamp seals-inscribed of Sasanian origin created in ca. 3rd–7th century A.D. using chalcedony, yellow measuring 0.63 in. (1.6 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumChalcedony, yellow
Dimensions0.63 in. (1.6 cm)
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1936
Dateca. 3rd–7th century A.D.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Sasanian culture, dating from the Sasanian period. The estimated date range is 200 – 699.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal?

Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal created?

Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal dates to ca. 3rd–7th century A.D..

What material is Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal made from?

Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal is crafted from chalcedony, yellow.

Is Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal in the public domain?

Stamp seal and modern impression: dancing figures and rearing animal 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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