Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vessels-Inscribedca. 6th–7th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Oval bowl with running tigresses on each side |
| Medium | Silver, niello inlay |
| Dimensions | 3.86 x 6.42 in. (9.8 x 16.31 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–7th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Norbert Schimmel Trust, 1989 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 500 – 700 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327426