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Lotus Flower Base

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden metal object with a central circular base and seven elongated petal-like protrusions. Petals vary in length, with the longest in the upper center and the shortest on the bottom left. Petals have a rough, uneven surface with visible scratches and dark spots. Object resembles a lotus flower base, with petals curled slightly at the tips. Object sits on a white surface with a slight shadow underneath. The artwork is titled "Lotus Flower Base" by an unidentified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
599 × 423 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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