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Pendant in Foliate Shape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold pendant in the shape of a conch shell with a loop at the top for hanging. The pendant has a textured surface with pink inlays on the interior curve. A small loop is attached to the top. The background is blurred with shades of brown, gray, and white.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–early 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
355 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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