Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 5th–4th century B.C.
Necklace with pendants is a metalwork-ornaments created in ca. 5th–4th century B.C. using gold, enamel, cinnabar measuring 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold, enamel, cinnabar |
| Dimensions | 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1995 |
| Date | ca. 5th–4th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 500 BC – 300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iberian Peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Necklace with pendants?
Necklace with pendants is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Necklace with pendants created?
Necklace with pendants dates to ca. 5th–4th century B.C..
What material is Necklace with pendants made from?
Necklace with pendants is crafted from gold, enamel, cinnabar.
Is Necklace with pendants in the public domain?
Necklace with pendants is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026