Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Sculptureca. 8th century B.C.

Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin is a ivory/bone-sculpture of Assyrian origin created in ca. 8th century B.C. using ivory measuring H. 5 5/16 x W. 3in. (13.5 x 7.6cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumIvory
DimensionsH. 5 5/16 x W. 3in. (13.5 x 7.6cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Sculpture
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1960
Dateca. 8th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Assyrian culture, dating from the Neo-Assyrian period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 700 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin?

Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin created?

Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin dates to ca. 8th century B.C..

What material is Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin made from?

Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin is crafted from ivory.

Is Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin in the public domain?

Statuette of a man with an oryx, a monkey, and a leopard skin 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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