Ancient 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
| Medium | Sardonyx |
| Dimensions | H. 3.3 cm, W. 2.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1922 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
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.