Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Scepter in the shape of a bull's head |
| Medium | Bronze, iron |
| Dimensions | 1.16 x 0.89 in. (2.95 x 2.26 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 3rd–7th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Alastair Bradley Martin, 1977 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 200 – 699 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Arrowhead
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A
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Arrowhead
AO
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Arrowhead or spear head
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Spearhead
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ca. 6th–7th century A.D.Lamp stand
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Rake
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ca. 7th century A.D.Sealing
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Splint armor
SS
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
SS
ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Plaque
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ca. 5th–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Whetstone
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326224