Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Sculptureca. 1500–1100 B.C.

Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs is a metalwork-sculpture of Elamite origin created in ca. 1500–1100 B.C. using bronze measuring 11 3/4 x 4 3/4in. (29.8 x 12.1cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze
Dimensions11 3/4 x 4 3/4in. (29.8 x 12.1cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Sculpture
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineHarris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1957
Dateca. 1500–1100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Elamite culture, dating from the Middle Elamite period. The estimated date range is 1500 BC – 1100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Southwestern Iran.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs?

Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs created?

Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs dates to ca. 1500–1100 B.C..

What material is Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs made from?

Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs is crafted from bronze.

Is Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs in the public domain?

Top of standard with male figure and flanking ibexes attacked by dogs is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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