Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 2600–2350 B.C.Bull's head ornament for a lyre is a metalwork-ornaments of Sumerian origin created in ca. 2600–2350 B.C. using bronze, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli measuring H. 5 1/4 x W. 4 1/8 in. (13.3 x 10.5 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli |
| Dimensions | H. 5 1/4 x W. 4 1/8 in. (13.3 x 10.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1947 |
| Date | ca. 2600–2350 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sumerian culture, dating from the Early Dynastic III period. The estimated date range is 2600 BC – 2350 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bull's head ornament for a lyre?
Bull's head ornament for a lyre is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bull's head ornament for a lyre created?
Bull's head ornament for a lyre dates to ca. 2600–2350 B.C..
What material is Bull's head ornament for a lyre made from?
Bull's head ornament for a lyre is crafted from bronze, inlaid with shell and lapis lazuli.
Is Bull's head ornament for a lyre in the public domain?
Bull's head ornament for a lyre is in the public domain and can be freely used.