Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Equestrianca. 9th–8th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Openwork rattle bell |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 4.72 in. (11.99 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Equestrian |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 9th–8th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Spear, Jr., 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 900 BC – 700 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Horse bit cheekpieces
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ca. early 1st millennium B.C.Horse bit cheekpiece in form of a kneeling hero
HO
ca. 9th century B.C.Harness or bridle ornament or fitting (?)
HB
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Horse bit with cheekpieces in form of a horse and wheel
HO
ca. 9th century B.C.Harness or bridle ornament or fitting (?)
R
ca. 9th century B.C.Ring
HO
ca. 9th century B.C.Harness or bridle ornament (?)
B
ca. 9th century B.C.Bell
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B
1st millennium B.C. (?)Bell
A
2nd–1st millennium B.C.Arrowhead
FR
1st millennium B.C.Finger ring
B
ca. 6th–4th century B.C.Bowl
HO
1st millennium B.C.Handle of vase
B
ca. 9th century B.C.Bell
CS
1st millennium B.C.Cylinder seal
P
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Pin
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326611