Figure

3rd–12th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Figure
Date: 3rd–12th century
Geography: Attributed to Egypt
Medium: Bronze, traces of natural green patina
Dimensions: Ht. 2 13/16 in. (7.1 cm)
W. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm)
D. 1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm)
Wt. 3.9 oz. (110.6 g)
Classification: Metal
Credit Line: Gift of George D. Pratt, 1931
Object Number: 31.18.3
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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