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Pair of Ear Ornaments with Ram's Head Motif

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two gold-colored ear ornaments with a ram's head motif. The ornaments are shaped like a ram's head with curved horns. They have a textured surface and intricate designs. The ornaments are symmetrical, with the same design on both. They are displayed on a gray background with a woven pattern. The ornaments cast a shadow on the background, indicating they are raised. The image shows both ornaments side-by-side.

Artwork Details

Date
early 9th–14th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
600 × 254 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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