Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Vesselsca. 7th–6th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Vessel terminating in the head of a ram |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 14.5 x 8.44 in. (36.83 x 21.44 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Vessels |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th–6th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1955 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 500 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northwestern Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324413