When was "Finial in the Form of a Parrot" created?

This artwork was created 17th–18th century.

What medium is "Finial in the Form of a Parrot"?

Finial in the Form of a Parrot is Brass.

Is "Finial in the Form of a Parrot" in the public domain?

Yes, Finial in the Form of a Parrot is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Finial in the Form of a Parrot

Unknown Artist

17th–18th century

Medium

Brass

Dimensions

H. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm) L. 11 in. (27.9 cm)

Classification

Metal

Department

Islamic Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Robert W. and Lockwood De Forest, 1919

Accession Number

19.135.3

Tags

Parrots

Art Historical Context

This exquisite **Finial in the Form of a Parrot**, in brass during the 17th–18th century, exemplifies the masterful metalworking traditions of Islamic art. Standing 5 3/4 inches high and 11 inches, this dynamic sculpture likely adorned the top of a staff, tent pole, or architectural element, serving both functional and decorative purposes. The unknown artist's skillful rendering captures the parrot's vibrant feathers, curved beak, and alert posture, transforming everyday brass into a lively emblem of nature's exotic beauty. In Islamic culture, parrots held symbolic importance, often represent...

Finial in the Form of a Parrot

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