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Amulet in the form of a bird with crest and beak, suspension ring at back of neck. Green patina.
Provenance
From Luristan, 1930: purchased by the MFA through Mr. Upham Pope.* (Accession date: August 7, 1930) *Ninety-five objects, numbered 30.544-30.637 were purchased as a group for $15,000, plus a $2250 commission.
Credit Line
Maria Antoinette Evans Fund
Near Eastern, Iranian, Luristan, Iron Age, 7th–4th century B.C.
Dimensions
Height: 3.3 cm (1 5/16 in.)
Accession Number
30.627
Medium or Technique
Bronze