Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. mid- to late 1st millennium B.C.
Standing bull is a metalwork-sculpture created in ca. mid- to late 1st millennium B.C. using copper alloy, shell measuring H. 8 in. (20.3 cm); L. 9-1/2 in. (24.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy, shell |
| Dimensions | H. 8 in. (20.3 cm); L. 9-1/2 in. (24.1 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Michael Ward and Friends of Inanna Gifts, 2002 |
| Date | ca. mid- to late 1st millennium B.C. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Standing bull?
Standing bull is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Standing bull created?
Standing bull dates to ca. mid- to late 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Standing bull made from?
Standing bull is crafted from copper alloy, shell.
Is Standing bull in the public domain?
Standing bull is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026