Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 6th–4th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Lion head |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–4th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1950 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Achaemenid |
| Period | Achaemenid |
| Date Range | 600 BC – 300 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324109