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Pair of Ear Clips in the Shape of a Starfruit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of ear clips in the shape of a starfruit by unknown artist. Two gold-colored metal clips with a starfruit shape. The clips have a central hole and eight pointed sections that resemble the exterior of a starfruit. The sections are separated by grooves and have a row of small bumps along each edge. The clips are identical and positioned side by side. The background is a solid light purple color. A shadow is visible under each clip.

Artwork details

Date:
8th–early 10th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
599 × 430 px
Museum record:
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