Iran · Iron Age · late 2nd–early 1st millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementslate 2nd–early 1st millennium B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Spearhead |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 1.38 x 12.24 in. (3.51 x 31.09 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | late 2nd–early 1st millennium B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1961 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 1400 BC – 800 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northwestern Iran, Caspian region |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325359