Plate with youths and winged horses
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. 5th–6th century A.D.

Plate with youths and winged horses is a metalwork-vessels of Sasanian origin created in ca. 5th–6th century A.D. using silver, mercury gilding measuring H. 5.2 x Diam. 21 cm, 572g (2 1/16 x 8 1/4 in.) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSilver, mercury gilding
DimensionsH. 5.2 x Diam. 21 cm, 572g (2 1/16 x 8 1/4 in.)
ClassificationMetalwork-Vessels
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineFletcher Fund, 1963
Dateca. 5th–6th century A.D.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Sasanian culture, dating from the Sasanian period. The estimated date range is 400 – 600.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plate with youths and winged horses?

Plate with youths and winged horses is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plate with youths and winged horses created?

Plate with youths and winged horses dates to ca. 5th–6th century A.D..

What material is Plate with youths and winged horses made from?

Plate with youths and winged horses is crafted from silver, mercury gilding.

Is Plate with youths and winged horses in the public domain?

Plate with youths and winged horses is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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