Gold Persian Vessel ending in forepart of a lion
Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Circa 5th Century B.C. Achaemenid period. This is a famous piece for a reason. 136 FEET of twisted wire decorate the upper band of the vessel in 44 even rows.
Circa 5th Century B.C. Achaemenid period. This is a famous piece for a reason. 136 FEET of twisted wire decorate the upper band of the vessel in 44 even rows.
