Bronze fitting, possible from a cart or chariot

Roman

2nd–3rd century CE

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 171

Fitting, possible from a cart or chariot.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Title: Bronze fitting, possible from a cart or chariot
Period: Imperial
Date: 2nd–3rd century CE
Culture: Roman
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: H.: 4 1/16 in. (10.3 cm)
Other: 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm)
Classification: Bronzes
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1918
Object Number: 18.145.22
Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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