Belt plaque
Title
Belt plaque
Identifier
2015.2.55
Subject
Ancient & Classical
Description
A belt plaque of a standing tiger, with head turned back and paws displaying prominent claws; the figure of the tiger is surrounded by five gazelle heads- three bordering its back and hindquarters, one under its belly, and one against its chest; the eyes of the tiger are suggested by the presence of circular grooves around bulging pupils.
Format
Bronze
Bronze
3 1/8" L x 2" W
Date
500-400 BCE
Files
Collection
Citation
“Belt plaque,” Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum at Miami University, accessed April 25, 2024, https://miamiuniversityartmuseum.omeka.net/items/show/1168.