Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Implementsca. early 2nd millennium B.C.
Weight in the shape of frog is a stone-implements created in ca. early 2nd millennium B.C. using hematite measuring 0.44 x 0.59 x 1.03 in. (1.12 x 1.5 x 2.62 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite |
| Dimensions | 0.44 x 0.59 x 1.03 in. (1.12 x 1.5 x 2.62 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76 |
| Date | ca. early 2nd millennium B.C. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Weight in the shape of frog?
Weight in the shape of frog is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Weight in the shape of frog created?
Weight in the shape of frog dates to ca. early 2nd millennium B.C..
What material is Weight in the shape of frog made from?
Weight in the shape of frog is crafted from hematite.
Is Weight in the shape of frog in the public domain?
Weight in the shape of frog is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026