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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
Museum record:
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