

Rattle with a Coiled Serpent
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
- View original
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