Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull is a stone-stamp seals of Achaemenid origin created in ca. 6th–5th century B.C. using agate, banded (?) measuring H. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Agate, banded (?) |
| Dimensions | H. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm); Diam. 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. 6th–5th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Achaemenid culture, dating from the Achaemenid period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Anatolia or Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull?
Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull created?
Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull dates to ca. 6th–5th century B.C..
What material is Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull made from?
Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull is crafted from agate, banded (?).
Is Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull in the public domain?
Stamp seal and modern impression: winged bull is in the public domain and can be freely used.