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Axle Cap from Chariot Wheel

The decor blades filled with spirals above a broad band of dragons on a ground of squared spirals, is similar to that on the cap in Karlgren pl.98 (50.46.61). In both instances the eye of the dragon is rendered in high relief. Patina green.

Date
11th century BCE
In our collection
since August the 6th, 2014 up to now
Dimensions
7 1/8 × 1 3/4 in., 0.9 lb. (18.1 × 4.45 cm, 0.4 kg)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Bronze
Price
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Composition
copper17%
oxygen31%
iron2%
atium50%