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Hollow Torqued Anklet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Hollow Torqued Anklet by Unknown. A broken, circular, metal object with a hollow center. The object is made of a grayish-green material, possibly bronze or copper. It has a smooth, weathered surface with visible signs of aging. The top and bottom of the circle are adorned with intricate designs resembling fish or snakes, featuring curved bodies and circular eyes. The designs appear to be symmetrical, with two on top and two on the bottom. The ends of the circle are broken, with one end slightly overlapping the other. The background is a plain, light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
300 BCE–CE 400
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Thailand
Dimensions:
599 × 487 px
Museum record:
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