Disc with floral decoration

Unknown

ca. 7th century BCE · Shell (Lambis) · Ancient Near Eastern Art

This curved oval plaque has been cut from a piece of shell and decorated with incised motifs. A lotus and bud pattern can be seen at both ends, each with a large central blossom. The two areas of floral decoration are separated in the middle by a strip of chevron motifs, pierced in the middle by a drilled hole. The surfaces of the piece, including the edges, have been polished to a smooth finish.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 7th century BCE

Medium

Shell (Lambis)

Culture

Edomite

Department

Ancient Near Eastern Art

Credit line

Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1977