Earring

Unknown

11th–12th century · Gold; filigree and granulation · Islamic Art

Animals–especially birds–composed from gold filigree were popular forms in earrings and pendants in medieval Syria and Iran. The wire in this piece has been twisted like a rope and scrolled into arabesque motifs which comprise the body of the bird. This example has been further ornamented with granulated gold beads on the wing, beak and eye.

Artist

Unknown

Date

11th–12th century

Medium

Gold; filigree and granulation

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1922