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Rattle with a Coiled Serpent

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal object with a wide base and narrow cylindrical stem. The base is bowl-shaped and has a wide lip. The stem is attached to the center of the base. The bowl-shaped part has a narrow lip and is covered with a domed lid. The lid is decorated with a coiled snake pattern around the edge. A serpent-like creature with a flame-like design on its head protrudes from the top of the lid. The entire object appears to be made of a dark-colored metal.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 13th–14th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
483 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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