Iran · Iron Age II · ca. 10th–9th century B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 10th–9th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Dagger |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 4.06 in. (10.31 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 10th–9th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jerome M. Eisenberg, 1966 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age II |
| Date Range | 1000 BC – 800 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, probably from Luristan |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325829