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Harness Ornament with Bird's Head

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Harness Ornament with Bird's Head by unknown artist depicts a metal ornament in the shape of a bird's head. The ornament is made of dark-colored metal with a weathered appearance, featuring a beak and eye. A ridged section resembling feathers or hair is on the left side of the head. The background of the image is light purple. The ornament appears to have a decorative curl or tendril below the beak. The overall appearance suggests an ancient or historical piece.

Artwork Details

Date
late 5th–4th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Bulgaria
Dimensions
572 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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