Harness fitting?
Artist
Unknown
CultureLuristan
Date8th century BC-7th century BC
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.357
Not on view
DescriptionBronze harness fitting (?). Tubular object has rounded end with rim encircling it; three bands at midsection. Top end has a bird-like face on two sides with beak nose and round eyes but a semblance of a human mouth below. Two small bird heads protrude on the sides where ears should be, Turban-like top. Small hole pierced through entire length of object. Good condition; green patination.
18th century
