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Set of Two Rod Finials in Foliate Shape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored metal finial in a foliate shape. The object is lying on its side, with the opening of the finial facing the left. The finial is made of gold-colored metal and has a hollow tube-like opening. The exterior of the finial is decorated with raised floral patterns. A portion of the finial extends out of frame to the right. The background is a plain gray surface.

Artwork Details

Date
second half of the 8th–second half of the 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
599 × 484 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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