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Earring (One of a Pair)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Earring, one of a pair, by Alexander Calder. Metal earring with circular top, wrapped in a tangle of metal wire, with curving metal leaves and teardrop shaped piece at bottom. Several metal leaves are attached to the metal wire. The background is plain and light colored.

Artwork details

Date:
5th–6th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
223 × 625 px
Museum record:
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