Harness fitting, ring of circular shape decorated with lion on each side and Ibex head above. Lions and horns of ibex are in profile relief, while head of ibex is affroned, in the round. Loop on back of ibex head at base of ears, cast as one with the piece, for attaching ring to a strap; bronze

Harness Fitting, 800-400 BCE

Unknown artist, expand_more

Bronzeexpand_more

Bequest of Alfred F. Pillsburyexpand_more  50.46.413

Not on Viewexpand_more
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Title
Harness Fitting
Role
Artist
Accession Number
50.46.413
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Harness fitting, ring of circular shape decorated with lion on each side and Ibex head above. Lions and horns of ibex are in profile relief, while head of ibex is affroned, in the round. Loop on back of ibex head at base of ears, cast as one with the piece, for attaching ring to a strap; bronze