Pole top in the form of two confronted winged lions joined at paws at top and bottom to form two circular holes through which would be passed the neck of a pole as a mount. Outer edges of both necks and wings beaded and paws indicated by incised lines. bronze.

Pole Top, 800-399 BCE

Unknown artist, expand_more

Bronzeexpand_more

Bequest of Alfred F. Pillsburyexpand_more  50.46.412

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Pole Top
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50.46.412
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Pole top in the form of two confronted winged lions joined at paws at top and bottom to form two circular holes through which would be passed the neck of a pole as a mount. Outer edges of both necks and wings beaded and paws indicated by incised lines. bronze.