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Earring (one of pair)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two earrings, each features a teardrop-shaped metal base that is wider at the top and tapers to a point at the bottom. The base is connected to a short neck and then a series of four decorative stacked beads. The beads are rounded and have various textures, including ridged and smooth surfaces. A loop protrudes from the top of the beads. The earrings are presented side-by-side on a plain background. Earring (one of pair) by Artist Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
5th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
599 × 484 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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