Culture468 worksAssyrian is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 468 works spanning 1800 BC – 9 BC, mostly housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department. Notable forms include ivory/bone-reliefs.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 468 |
| Top Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Top Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
Notable Works
Stone-OrnamentsAmulet
Metalwork-OrnamentsAmulet with fighting demons; on reverse: Ishtar enthroned…
Ceramics-SculptureApkallu figure: bird-headed, winged figure carrying a bucket
Ceramics-SculptureApkallu figure: male with a fish-skin hood
Metalwork-ImplementsArmor plate
Metalwork-ImplementsArmor plate
Metalwork-ImplementsArmor plate
Metalwork-ImplementsArmor plate
Metalwork-ImplementsArmor plate
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Assyrian are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 468 works related to Assyrian.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026