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Fragment of Appliqué with Cloud Motif

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of gold-colored material, possibly metal or leather, with a raised design in the center; design appears to be a stylized cloud motif; edges are rough and uneven, with some areas torn or cut; small hole visible on left side; surface shows signs of wear and aging; rectangular shape with rounded corners; presented on a gray background; by artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
Second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
600 × 402 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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