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Ear Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object, rounded shape, hollow center with circular opening, split down the middle, textured surface with raised bumps and ridges, resembling leaves and flowers. Ear Ornament by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
599 × 441 px
Museum record:
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