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Sacred Thread Clasp

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object with a triangular shape and rounded top, featuring a decorative design with a central oval red stone surrounded by a gold-colored metal rim. The object has a curved bottom and a pointed end, with a floral pattern etched into its surface. A gold-colored lion's head is at the bottom. The background is a plain gray surface. Title: Sacred Thread Clasp. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–early 10th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
564 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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