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Earring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black earring by artist titled "Earring". The earring is circular and made of metal, likely silver or steel, with a dark patina; it is split at the bottom, with two ends that are roughly cut and not smooth. The earring has a rough texture and appears to have some scratches and marks on its surface. The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the earring. The earring is positioned centrally in the image, with the split at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
7th century or earlier
Medium
Silver plated
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 582 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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