Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 9th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Openwork cage object |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 7.05 in. (17.91 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 9th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Spear, Jr., 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 900 BC – 800 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northwestern Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326576