Iron Age III · ca. 8th–7th century B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 8th–7th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Pendant |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 1.97 in. (5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Spear, Jr., 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, probably from Luristan |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326612