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Harness Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cross-shaped metal object with rounded ends on each arm. The object is brown with rust and corrosion visible. Patches of green corrosion are present. The object appears to be made of metal. A red text overlay is on the object, but it is not clear. The object has a rough texture. It is set against a light blue background. The object is likely an old Harness Ornament by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
4th–7th century
Medium:
Iron, gold
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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