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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
Museum record:
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