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Handled pitcher with animal-headed spout
Handled pitcher with animal-headed spout

Handled pitcher with animal-headed spout

Place of OriginIran
Dateapprox. 800-700 BCE
MaterialsBronze
DimensionsH. 7 in x W. 5 3/4 in x D. 4 in, H. 17.8 cm x W. 14.6 cm x D. 10.2 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60B620
DepartmentWest Asian Art
ClassificationsMetal Arts
On View
On view
LocationGallery 7
More Information
This elaborate vessel was probably used for ceremonial purposes. Many objects of this type, but made of silver, have been excavated.
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