Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan
Flag of IraqAncient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribed-Seal Impressionsca. 7th century B.C.

Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan is a clay-tablets-inscribed-seal impressions of Assyrian origin created in ca. 7th century B.C. using clay measuring 5.1 x 3.5 x 1.9 cm (2 x 1 3/8 x 3/4 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay
Dimensions5.1 x 3.5 x 1.9 cm (2 x 1 3/8 x 3/4 in.)
ClassificationClay-Tablets-Inscribed-Seal Impressions
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1957
Dateca. 7th 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 700 BC – 600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Mesopotamia. Flag of Iraq

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan?

Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan created?

Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan dates to ca. 7th century B.C..

What material is Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan made from?

Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan is crafted from clay.

Is Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan in the public domain?

Triangular label impressed with stamp seal: for grain loan 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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