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Culture42 worksElamite is a cultural designation in The Met collection, represented by 42 works spanning 3000 BC – 1 BC, mostly housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department. Notable forms include stone-cylinder seals.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 42 |
| Top Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Top Classification | Stone-Vessels |
Notable Works
Metalwork-ImplementsAxe head
Stone-VesselsBowl fragment with the head of a ram
Ceramics-Architectural-InscribedBrick with Elamite royal building inscription
Ceramics-Architectural-InscribedBrick with Elamite royal inscription
Stone-VesselsBull head-shaped spout of vessel
Faience-Cylinder Seals-InscribedCylinder seal
Stone-Cylinder SealsCylinder seal
Faience-Cylinder SealsCylinder seal
Stone-Cylinder SealsCylinder seal
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Elamite are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 42 works related to Elamite.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026