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Earring (One of a Pair)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows one earring from a pair. The earring features a large circular hoop at the top made of metal. The hoop is thick and has a gap at one end. Attached to the hoop is a metal piece shaped like a flower or leaves. Below the flower/leaves piece are several long, thin, metal pieces that resemble leaves. These leaf-like pieces are irregularly shaped and vary in size. They are attached to a central stem or wire. The earring appears to be made of metal. The background of the image is gray. The overall design resembles a floral or plant motif. The style appears to be ancient or historical.

Artwork details

Date:
5th–6th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
229 × 625 px
Museum record:
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