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Ear Ornament in the Shape of an Aspara

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden figurine of a woman sitting on a curved shape. The woman has a large head with a small mouth and nose. She wears a headband, earrings, and a necklace. Her right arm is bent at the elbow and rests on her right knee. Her left arm is bent at the elbow and extends behind her. The figurine sits on a gray surface. The woman has a detailed headdress. She wears a top and a skirt. The curved shape is decorated with patterns. The background is a plain gray surface. The figurine appears to be made of gold or brass. The woman's facial expression is calm. Her body is adorned with jewelry. The overall appearance is ornate and detailed, resembling an Aspara, a female divine being.

Artwork Details

Date
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
600 × 616 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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