Iran · 5th–3rd millennium B.C. (?)

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtIvory/Bone-Implements5th–3rd millennium B.C. (?)

Artwork Details

TitleTool
MediumBone (tooth)
Dimensions0.91 x 4.41 in. (2.31 x 11.2 cm)
ClassificationIvory/Bone-Implements
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Date5th–3rd millennium B.C. (?)
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1938
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIran
Date Range5000 BC – 2000 BC

Provenance

RegionIran

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ca. 9th century B.C.Handle
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5th millennium B.C.Awl
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Handle
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ca. 9th century B.C.Tube
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ca. 9th century B.C.Handle
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Arrowhead
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5th–3rd millennium B.C. (?)Tool
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ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Arrowhead
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 323701