Panel fragment. Culture: Iran. Dimensions: 2.13 x 4.17 in. (5.41 x 10.59 cm). Date: ca. 8th-7th century B.C..This object is one of three related fragments in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum, said to be from Ziwiye, which depict hunting and battle scenes (51.131.9; 51.131.11; 51.131.12). Stylistic differences suggest they were carved by different artisans, but all three show a familiarity with the scenes depicted in the stone reliefs that decorated Assyrian palaces. Because of their similarity to the Assyrian reliefs, they have been classified as Assyrian style ivories. They were likely used as furniture decoration. On this piece, a mounted and armored warrior at right tramples over the collapsing body of an enemy. Although difficult to see because of the worn surface of the plaque, his upturned face is visible below the horse's muzzle, as is his right hand which reaches up to grab the warrior's down-thrust spear. At left, two bearded archers in short skirts with hair gathere