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Fragment of an Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fragment of an Ornament by Auguste Rodin. Black and white photo of a small, triangular piece of clay with carved designs. The piece has a rough texture and appears to be broken off on the left side. There are several carved lines and shapes, including a heart shape in the center. To the right of the heart is a curved line with triangular indentations. The top of the piece has curved lines that resemble leaves or petals. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
early 12th century
Medium
Clay
Culture
Central Asia
Dimensions
504 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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