Iron Age · 1st millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornaments1st millennium B.C.
Ornament is a metalwork-ornaments created in 1st millennium B.C. using bronze measuring 0.79 x 1.06 in. (2.01 x 2.69 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 0.79 x 1.06 in. (2.01 x 2.69 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Burton Y. Berry, 1961 |
| Date | 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Transcaucasia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ornament?
Ornament is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ornament created?
Ornament dates to 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Ornament made from?
Ornament is crafted from bronze.
Is Ornament in the public domain?
Ornament is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026