Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vessels-Inscribedca. 3rd–4th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Bowl with female busts in medallions |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | Diam. 23.6-24.1 H. 8.1 thickness: at rim 0.62 Weight: 1235 gm. |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 3rd–4th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1970 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 200 – 400 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326006