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Counterweight with Vegetal Decoration

9th–10th century
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.
This counterweight from the Islamic era was placed on a steelyard such as the one in this case to balance the goods being weighed. The scrolling design is related to foliage patterns from the Byzantine tradition.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Counterweight with Vegetal Decoration
  • Date: 9th–10th century
  • Geography: Made in Egypt or Syria
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: H: 13 9/16 in. (34.5 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Benaki Museum, Athens (13266a)
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters