Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Circular box; alternating male figures and three-towered fortresses |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 2.2 in. (5.59 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Yris Rabenou, 1962 |
| 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 325374