Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. 7th–6th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Pyxis |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 1.73 in. (4.39 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th–6th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1961 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 500 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325340