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Ear Ornament with Lozenge-Shaped Motif

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored metal ornament in the shape of a dragon's head and neck. The dragon has a long, curved neck and a head with a small mouth and nose. It has two small eyes and a flame-like protrusion on the top of its head. The dragon's body is decorated with intricate designs and patterns. The ornament is lying on a flat, off-white surface.

Artwork details

Date:
Last quarter of the 10th–last quarter of the 15th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
599 × 424 px
Museum record:
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