A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD
Name: A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD
Description: A finely crafted Sasanian silver bowl dating to the 5th–7th century AD, decorated with repoussé animal motifs including a central horse and surrounding creatures. The surface is enriched with rhythmic wavy patterns and dotted medallions, reflecting the dynamic and symbolic style of late antique Persian metalwork.
Length. 23 cm.
Elliptical 'boat vessels' were a standard form of drinking vessel used at Sasanian banquets, where decorated gold or silver tableware testified to their owners' prestige. The ornamental foliage bearing fruit as well as animals shown on this bowl are typical motifs. While the birds may carry associations of hunting, a sport popular among the elite,
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Name: A SASANIAN SILVER BOWL CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY AD
Description: A finely crafted Sasanian silver bowl dating to the 5th–7th century AD, decorated with repoussé animal motifs including a central horse and surrounding creatures. The surface is enriched with rhythmic wavy patterns and dotted medallions, reflecting the dynamic and symbolic style of late antique Persian metalwork.
Length. 23 cm.
Elliptical 'boat vessels' were a standard form of drinking vessel used at Sasanian banquets, where decorated gold or silver tableware testified to their owners' prestige. The ornamental foliage bearing fruit as well as animals shown on this bowl are typical motifs. While the birds may carry associations of hunting, a sport popular among the elite,
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