Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?)
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. early 2nd millennium B.C.

Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) is a stone-stamp seals of Dilmun origin created in ca. early 2nd millennium B.C. using steatite or chlorite measuring 0.47 in. (1.19 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite or chlorite
Dimensions0.47 in. (1.19 cm)
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1987
Dateca. early 2nd millennium B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Dilmun culture, dating from the Middle Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2000 BC – 1750 BC.

Geography

Origin: Dilmun.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?)?

Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) created?

Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) dates to ca. early 2nd millennium B.C..

What material is Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) made from?

Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) is crafted from steatite or chlorite.

Is Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) in the public domain?

Stamp seal: hunters and goats, rectangular pen (?) 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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