Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Equestrianca. 6th–4th century B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleHarness or bridle fitting in the form of a boar's head
MediumBronze
Dimensions1.38 x 1.18 in. (3.51 x 3 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Equestrian
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 6th–4th century B.C.
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1952
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureAchaemenid
PeriodAchaemenid
Date Range600 BC – 300 BC

Provenance

RegionIran

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324235