Standard with two long-horned bulls
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 2300–2000 B.C.

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

MediumCopper alloy
DimensionsH. 6 1/4 x W. 5 3/4in. (15.9 x 14.6cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Sculpture
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LinePurchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1955
Dateca. 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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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