Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 15th–14th century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Smiting god, wearing an Egyptian atef crown |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | H. 21.1 cm, W. 7.5 cm |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 15th–14th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Leon Levy and Shelby White Gift, 1986 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Canaanite |
| Period | Late Bronze Age |
| Date Range | 1500 BC – 1300 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Levant |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327231