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Belt hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal belt hook with a long, narrow body and a short, tapered end. The hook has a flat, rectangular main section decorated with intricate designs and 13 small, round green stones. The stones are arranged in three columns. The hook's surface features various patterns, including spirals and curved lines. The background is a beige fabric or wall with a visible texture.

Artwork details

Date:
4th–2nd century BCE
Medium:
Bronze inlaid with gold, silver, and turquoise
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
597 × 142 px
Museum record:
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