Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Reliefsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Plaque with a bird of prey and winged beasts |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 5.12 x 8.86 in. (13 x 22.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Reliefs |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1986 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327233