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Pair of Ear Clips Composed of Fused Discs

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden earrings composed of fused discs, forming a circular shape with a hollow center. The discs are petal-shaped and pointed, arranged in a spiral pattern. Two small cylindrical golden pieces protrude from the top center of each earring. The earrings are set against a light purple background.

Artwork details

Date:
8th–early 10th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
600 × 410 px
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