Belt ornament in the form of a bird demon
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. late 8th–7th century B.C.

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

MediumBronze
Dimensions3.23 x 4.57 in. (8.2 x 11.61 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Ornaments
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Norbert Schimmel Trust, 1989
Dateca. 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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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