Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Sculptureca. 3rd–7th century A.D.

Artwork Details

TitleAnimal figurine
MediumCeramic
Dimensions3 1/4 x 2 7/8 x 2 3/16 in. (8.2 x 7.3 x 5.6 cm)
ClassificationCeramics-Sculpture
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 3rd–7th century A.D.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1932
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureSasanian
PeriodSasanian
Date Range200 – 699

Provenance

RegionMesopotamia

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322833