Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 4th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Head of a king |
| Medium | Silver, mercury gilding |
| Dimensions | 15 3/4 x 9 x 7 7/8 in. (40 x 22.9 x 20 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 4th century |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1965 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 300 – 400 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325717