The CloistersMetalwork7th–8th centuryPair of Earrings with Birds is a metalwork from Egypt or Syria created in 7th–8th century using gold wire, granulation, cast details, pearls measuring Each: 2 5/8 x 2 1/16 in. (6.6 x 5.3 cm) — now part of the The Cloisters collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold wire, granulation, cast details, pearls |
| Dimensions | Each: 2 5/8 x 2 1/16 in. (6.6 x 5.3 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork |
| Department | The Cloisters |
| Credit Line | Benaki Museum, Athens (1812) |
| Date | 7th–8th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Egypt or Syria. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pair of Earrings with Birds?
Pair of Earrings with Birds is housed in the The Cloisters department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pair of Earrings with Birds created?
Pair of Earrings with Birds dates to 7th–8th century.
What material is Pair of Earrings with Birds made from?
Pair of Earrings with Birds is crafted from gold wire, granulation, cast details, pearls.
Where does Pair of Earrings with Birds originate?
Pair of Earrings with Birds originates from Egypt or Syria.
Is Pair of Earrings with Birds in the public domain?
Pair of Earrings with Birds is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026