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Rock Crystal Relic in Spherical Shape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rock Crystal Relic in Spherical Shape by Unknown Artist. A clear rock crystal sphere with two intersecting gold bands. The sphere is mostly transparent with a few small inclusions. The gold bands are thick and curved, crossing over each other in an "X" shape, with a rough and textured surface. The bands are gold in color but have areas of discoloration and wear. The background is a plain gray color. The object is centered in the image and casts a faint shadow.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 12th century
Medium:
Rock crystal with gilded banding
Culture:
Cambodia
Dimensions:
600 × 595 px
Museum record:
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