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Pair of Ear Ornaments

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden earrings, pair, hollow hoop shape. The earrings are made of gold-colored metal. They are circular and hollow with a small opening on one side. The edges are smooth and rounded. The surface has a brushed texture. The earrings appear to be identical. They are set against a white background. The earrings are titled "Pair of Ear Ornaments".

Artwork details

Date:
3rd–first quarter of the 10th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions:
600 × 424 px
Museum record:
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