Bird-shaped chariot fitting
12th century B.C.
Medium/TechniqueBronze; the hollow body of the bird contains a small bronze ball that jingles when in motion
Dimensions19.2 x 9.3 cm (7 9/16 x 3 11/16 in.)
Credit LineGift of C. T. Loo
Accession number37.382
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Not on viewClassificationsMetalwork
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Provenance1937, gift of C.T. Loo and Co., New York to the MFA. (Accession Date: May 5, 1937)
3rd–2nd century B.C.
8th century A.D.
About 8th century A.D.
19th century
late 19th century
