Flag of EgyptThe CloistersMetalwork7th–8th century

Artwork Details

TitlePair of Earrings with Birds
MediumGold wire, granulation, cast details, pearls
DimensionsEach: 2 5/8 x 2 1/16 in. (6.6 x 5.3 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork
DepartmentThe Cloisters
Date7th–8th century
Credit LineBenaki Museum, Athens (1812)
Object PageView at The Met

Provenance

CountryEgypt or Syria