Standard with two long-horned bulls is a metalwork-sculpture of Hattian origin created in ca. 2300–2000 B.C. using copper alloy measuring H. 6 1/4 x W. 5 3/4in. (15.9 x 14.6cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | H. 6 1/4 x W. 5 3/4in. (15.9 x 14.6cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1955 |
| Date | ca. 2300–2000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hattian culture, dating from the Early Bronze Age III period. The estimated date range is 2300 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Central Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Standard with two long-horned bulls?
Standard with two long-horned bulls is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Standard with two long-horned bulls created?
Standard with two long-horned bulls dates to ca. 2300–2000 B.C..
What material is Standard with two long-horned bulls made from?
Standard with two long-horned bulls is crafted from copper alloy.
Is Standard with two long-horned bulls in the public domain?
Standard with two long-horned bulls is in the public domain and can be freely used.