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Bronze Horse Frontlet
Bronze Horse Frontlet
Bronze Horse Frontlet

Bronze Horse Frontlet

Datec.1100 BC
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: bronze
DimensionsOverall (nose; mouth: 17.4 cm wi. x c.8 ht; eyes: 7.7 dia x 3 dp;): 8.2 x 3 x 13.8 cm
ClassificationsFINE ART
Credit LineMary Elizabeth Isserstedt Bequest
Object number2006.010.007 a-d
DescriptionFrontlet consists of 2 domed eyes, each with a low ridge around the pupils and 2 sets of 2 perforations on outer edge; an elongated nose (human-like); a wide mouth with upturned corners, triangular teeth and 4 sets of 2 perforations (1 set covered with accretions);
Status
Not on view