Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 7th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Fibula |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 0.83 x 1.81 in. (2.11 x 4.6 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1977 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Edomite |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Levant |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326242