Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 2300–2000 B.C.
Sword or dagger is a metalwork-implements of Hattian origin created in ca. 2300–2000 B.C. using bronze measuring 13.5 x 1.61 in. (34.29 x 4.09 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 13.5 x 1.61 in. (34.29 x 4.09 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| 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 Sword or dagger?
Sword or dagger is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sword or dagger created?
Sword or dagger dates to ca. 2300–2000 B.C..
What material is Sword or dagger made from?
Sword or dagger is crafted from bronze.
Is Sword or dagger in the public domain?
Sword or dagger is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026