Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Cauldron attachment: winged bull's head |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 2.36 x 5.87 x 6.5 in. (5.99 x 14.91 x 16.51 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1967 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325880