Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Reliefsca. 7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Fragmentary plaque |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 2.25 x 5.62 in. (5.72 x 14.27 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1950 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324108