Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implements-Inscribedca. 1307–1275 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Sickle sword |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | L. 54.3 cm |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 1307–1275 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1911 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Assyrian |
| Period | Middle Assyrian |
| Date Range | 1307 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northern Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322443