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Belt hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green metal belt hook in the shape of an eagle. The hook has a long, thin handle that tapers to a point at the top, and a curved, hook-like end. The body of the eagle is visible at the bottom, with wings on either side and a tail at the bottom. The eagle's body and wings have a textured appearance with visible ridges and grooves. The metal has a green patina with areas of brown and grey. The background is a plain gray color. The artwork is "Belt hook" by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
4th–3rd century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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