Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Pin with a nude male and an ibex |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.03 x 9.45 in. (7.7 x 24 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1967 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, probably from Luristan |
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Head of pin
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ca. 4th–3rd century B.C.Bracelet
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ca. 9th century B.C.Bead
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Pendant
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Inlay
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Openwork pin
R
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Ring
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ca. 7th–6th century B.C.Beads
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Inlay
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ca. 7th–6th century B.C.Coil
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325866