Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3rd–early 4th century A.D.

Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower is a stone-stamp seals of Sasanian origin created in ca. 3rd–early 4th century A.D. using sardonyx measuring H. 3.3 cm, W. 2.3 cm — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSardonyx
DimensionsH. 3.3 cm, W. 2.3 cm
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1922
Dateca. 3rd–early 4th 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 – 325.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower?

Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower created?

Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower dates to ca. 3rd–early 4th century A.D..

What material is Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower made from?

Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower is crafted from sardonyx.

Is Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower in the public domain?

Stamp seal: standing noble holding a flower 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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