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Pendant of a Bird (Rooster?)
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Although quite schematic, the subject of this pendant is easily recognizable as a bird, likely a rooster. Cleverly designed to hang evenly from its central suspension loop, it comprises three main parts: long neck terminating in a head with a pointy beak and small crest; triangular body with stylized feet; and broadly arched tail feathers.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Geometric period (900-700 BCE) |
|---|---|
| Date | 700s–600s BCE |
| Culture / Origin | Northern Greece, Macedonian, Geometric period (900-700 BCE) |
| Medium | bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 5 x 9 cm (1 15/16 x 3 9/16 in.) |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Type | Jewelry |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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