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Bead Shaped as a Birdcirca 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.

Not on view
Tiny glazed ceramic or faience bird figurine in deep cobalt blue with diagonal white stripes suggesting wing feathers, showing surface wear and chipping
Title
Bead Shaped as a Bird
Culture
Parthian Era Afghanistan?
Date Made
circa 1st century B.C. - 1st century A.D.
Medium
Lapis Lazuli
Dimensions
11/16 x 7/16 in. (1.70 x 1.00 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Michael Shubin
Accession Number
AC1997.258.4
Classification
Jewelry and Adornments
Collecting Area
Art of the Middle East: Ancient