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Double Lotus Shaped Ring with Incised Conch Motif

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden ring with a large, round top featuring a textured surface. The top is surrounded by a decorative edge resembling petals or leaves. The band of the ring is thick and rounded. The top of the ring appears to have an incised conch motif. The overall design of the ring is ornate and intricate. The ring appears to be formed of gold.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–early 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
600 × 492 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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