Ancient Near Eastern ArtClay-Tablets-Inscribedca. mid-19th century B.C.Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid is a clay-tablets-inscribed of Babylonian origin created in ca. mid-19th century B.C. using clay measuring Top: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.) End: 6 cm (2 3/8 in.) Total: 5.2… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Clay |
| Dimensions | Top: 11.8 cm (4 5/8 in.) End: 6 cm (2 3/8 in.) Total: 5.2 cm (2 in.) |
| Classification | Clay-Tablets-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Henry E. Coe, 1957 |
| Date | ca. mid-19th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian culture, dating from the Old Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 1850 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid?
Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid created?
Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid dates to ca. mid-19th century B.C..
What material is Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid made from?
Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid is crafted from clay.
Is Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid in the public domain?
Votive cone with cuneiform inscription of Sin-Kashid is in the public domain and can be freely used.