Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Equestrianca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Horse bit cheekpiece in form of a striding horse |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.5 in. (8.89 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Equestrian |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1956 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, probably from Luristan |
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HO
ca. 9th century B.C.Harness or bridle ornament (?)
HR
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Harness ring
B
1st millennium B.C.Bells
B
1st millennium B.C.Bell
HB
1st millennium B.C.Horse bit cheekpiece in form of a horse and rider
HO
ca. 9th century B.C.Harness or bridle fittings
OR
ca. 9th–8th century B.C.Openwork rattle bell
HO
ca. 9th century B.C.Harness or bridle ornament or fitting (?)
Other works from the Iron Age III period
HB
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Horse bit with cheekpieces in form of a winged sphinx
I
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Inlay
C
ca. 7th–6th century B.C.Coil
BW
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Bracelet with lion's-head terminals
C
ca. 7th–6th century B.C.Coil
TV
ca. 7th–6th century B.C.Twin-spouted vessel
PF
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Panel fragment
BS
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Bell-shaped seal with loop handle
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324551