Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. 1st century B.C.Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat is a metalwork-vessels of Parthian origin created in ca. 1st century B.C. using silver, mercury gilding measuring H. 10 7/8 in. (27.5 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, mercury gilding |
| Dimensions | H. 10 7/8 in. (27.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Rogers Fund; Enid A. Haupt, Mrs. Donald M. Oenslager, Mrs. Muriel Palitz and Geert C. E. Prins Gifts; Pauline V. Fullerton Bequest; and Bequests of Mary Cushing Fosburgh, Edward C. Moore and Stephen Whitney Phoenix, by exchange, 1979 |
| Date | ca. 1st century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Parthian culture, dating from the Parthian period. The estimated date range is 100 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat?
Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat created?
Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat dates to ca. 1st century B.C..
What material is Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat made from?
Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat is crafted from silver, mercury gilding.
Is Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat in the public domain?
Rhyton terminating in the forepart of a wild cat is in the public domain and can be freely used.