Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 8th–7th century B.C.
Belt fragment with a buckle is a metalwork-ornaments of Phrygian origin created in ca. 8th–7th century B.C. using bronze measuring 3.58 x 11.61 in. (9.09 x 29.49 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.58 x 11.61 in. (9.09 x 29.49 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund, Mrs. Vladimir S. Littauer Gift, and funds from various donors, 1996 |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Phrygian culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Phrygia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Belt fragment with a buckle?
Belt fragment with a buckle is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Belt fragment with a buckle created?
Belt fragment with a buckle dates to ca. 8th–7th century B.C..
What material is Belt fragment with a buckle made from?
Belt fragment with a buckle is crafted from bronze.
Is Belt fragment with a buckle in the public domain?
Belt fragment with a buckle is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026