Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Figure of an ibex |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 0.75 x 0.75 in. (1.91 x 1.91 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Ernest Erickson Foundation, 1988 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Bracelet
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Openwork pin
F
ca. 7th–5th century B.C.Fibula
F
ca. 7th century B.C.Fibula
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Pin
B
ca. 9th century B.C.Bracelet
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Horse bit with attached cheekpieces
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Harness ring
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Panel
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ca. 7th century B.C.Arrowhead
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Top for standard
TF
ca. 8th century B.C.Top for standard
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Horse bit with cheekpieces in form of a horse and wheel
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Pendant
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327363