Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 7th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Inlays for a silver plate in the form of a hare and a feline |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 0.63 x 1.06 in. (1.6 x 2.69 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nasli Heeramaneck, 1964 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Scythian |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325691