Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Top for standard |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 4.76 x 2.24 in. (12.09 x 5.69 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Sculpture |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of George D. Pratt, 1932 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, probably from Luristan |
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IS
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Idol standard
FO
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CA
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ca. 8th century B.C.Top for standard
I
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Inlay
B
ca. 8th century B.C.Boss
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ca. 9th–7th century B.C.Button
J
ca. 7th century B.C.Jar
O
ca. 8th–7th century B.C.Ornament
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PF
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322857