Horned Head Pendant
Artist
Unidentified artist
CultureIranian, Luristan
Datec. 900-700 BCE
Mediumbronze
Dimensions1 3/16 x 1 3/16 x 5/8 in. (3 x 3 x 1.6 cm)
Classificationssculpture
Credit LineGift of John A. Wedda
Object number2002.26.5
DescriptionThis head has a flat top, to which a suspension loop is attached.Two horns curve upward from the forehead or from a cap.
The pointed eyes, encircled by double concentric ovals, flank a long, ridged nose.
The thick muzzle is surrounded by a ring.
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Unidentified artist
306 - 281 BCE
