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Ear Pick in the Shape of an Alligator

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray metal object in the shape of an alligator. The alligator's body is long and thin. It has a large head, two small legs at the front and two small bumps on its back. The object appears to be made of a weathered metal with visible texture and detail. Its mouth is closed and the object is viewed from the side. The background is white. Artist: unknown. Title: Ear Pick in the Shape of an Alligator.

Artwork Details

Date
13th–11th century BCE
Medium
Bone
Culture
China
Dimensions
597 × 196 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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