Gilt Bronze Belt Fitting

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: bronze; gilt

DimensionsOverall: 4.1 x 0.4 x 4.6 cm Base

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum

Object number2007.005.743

DescriptionA gilt bronze belt fitting of openwork design depicting a dragon-like creature with its head (and upper body) turned backwards and incised detail over the top surface. The front has a raised outer edge attached that frames the fitting. There are three rectangular openings at the base to fit hinged attachments. Green accretion and dried mud cover most of the surface.

Status

Not on view