Bird Ferrule
Artist
Unknown
CultureChinese | Han dynasty
Date206 B.C.-220 A.D.
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
Credit LinePerry Collection Purchase
Object number56.57.1
Not on view
DescriptionSilver bronze ferrule in the shape of a small bird. Sits atop 1.25" cylinder (.75"dia.). Head rests on its back. Tail extends gracefully behind. Wings & feathers molded & incised. Piece hollow. Green patination; two small holes under bird's breast, one small hole on cylinder .375" from bottom.
