Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon is a metalwork-ornaments of Urartian origin created in ca. late 8th–7th century B.C. using bronze measuring 3.23 x 4.57 in. (8.2 x 11.61 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.23 x 4.57 in. (8.2 x 11.61 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Norbert Schimmel Trust, 1989 |
| Date | ca. late 8th–7th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Urartian culture, dating from the Iron Age III period. The estimated date range is 725 BC – 600 BC.
Geography
Origin: Urartu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon?
Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon created?
Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon dates to ca. late 8th–7th century B.C..
What material is Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon made from?
Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon is crafted from bronze.
Is Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon in the public domain?
Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon is in the public domain and can be freely used.