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Disc stone

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, flat stone object with a raised edge. The object has a circular pattern of swirling lines and curves carved into it. The pattern consists of curved lines that form teardrop-like shapes and scroll-like designs. A small circle is in the center. The object is light-colored with darker areas around the edge and on parts of the pattern. It sits on a white surface with a gray background that is darker at the top and lighter at the bottom. The object is titled "Disc stone" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 3rd–late 2nd century BCE
Medium:
Steatite
Culture:
Northern India
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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