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Earring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a grayscale, circular earring by artist titled "Earring". The earring is made of metal, possibly silver or white gold, and has a smooth, rounded surface. It appears to be a simple, unadorned hoop earring with a small gap at the top. The earring is centered in the image, with a light background that resembles a textured surface, possibly fabric or paper. The overall appearance of the earring is minimalist and understated.

Artwork details

Date:
7th century or earlier
Medium:
Gold plated
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 583 px
Museum record:
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