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Ear Ornament for a Deity

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Teardrop-shaped ear ornament with a gold-colored border adorned with turquoise stones. The top portion features a floral design encircled by turquoise stones. The middle section is circular with a central blue and gold circle surrounded by turquoise stones. The bottom section is shaped like a trident with turquoise stones and gold accents. The background of the image is gray. Title: Ear Ornament for a Deity.

Artwork Details

Date
17th–19th century
Medium
Gold, coral, shell, and turquoise
Culture
Nepal
Dimensions
473 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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