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Weighted Fastener

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored metal object, resembling a coiled fastener. Object has two distinct sections: a lower, larger section and an upper, smaller section. Both sections are coiled with parallel grooves running diagonally. Lower section is a complete coil. Upper section is U-shaped, with ends not connected. Object rests on a gray surface and has a gray background. Title: Weighted Fastener. Artist: Not specified.

Artwork details

Date:
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
600 × 570 px
Museum record:
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