Feline Ferrule
Artist
Unknown
CultureLuristan
Date8th century -7th century B.C.
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.347
Not on view
DescriptionLuristan bronze ferrule in shape of confronted animals. Ornament is formed of two long necked rearing feline animals, mirror images of each other. Mouths open, with their feet together forming an opening through which staff could be inserted. Tails have small loop at end.
