Ancient Near Eastern ArtFaience-Vesselsca. 17th–16th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Cup in the shape of a lion's head |
| Medium | Faience, glaze |
| Dimensions | 2.24 in. (5.69 cm) |
| Classification | Faience-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 17th–16th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Albert Gallatin, 1956 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Period | MIddle Bronze Age |
| Date Range | 1700 BC – 1500 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Syria |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324547