Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. early 1st millennium B.C.
Stag pendant with bell feet is a metalwork-ornaments created in ca. early 1st millennium B.C. using bronze measuring 3.31 x 3.15 in. (8.41 x 8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.31 x 3.15 in. (8.41 x 8 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Spear, Jr., 1978 |
| Date | ca. early 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Transcaucasia or Iran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stag pendant with bell feet?
Stag pendant with bell feet is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stag pendant with bell feet created?
Stag pendant with bell feet dates to ca. early 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Stag pendant with bell feet made from?
Stag pendant with bell feet is crafted from bronze.
Is Stag pendant with bell feet in the public domain?
Stag pendant with bell feet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026