Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 5th–4th century B.C.
Woven strap with a pendant is a metalwork-ornaments created in ca. 5th–4th century B.C. using gold, amber measuring 1 1/8 x 15 1/2 in. (2.9 x 39.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold, amber |
| Dimensions | 1 1/8 x 15 1/2 in. (2.9 x 39.4 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Lila Acheson Wallace Gift, 1995 |
| Date | ca. 5th–4th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 500 BC – 300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iberian Peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Woven strap with a pendant?
Woven strap with a pendant is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Woven strap with a pendant created?
Woven strap with a pendant dates to ca. 5th–4th century B.C..
What material is Woven strap with a pendant made from?
Woven strap with a pendant is crafted from gold, amber.
Is Woven strap with a pendant in the public domain?
Woven strap with a pendant is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026