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Earring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Earring" by the artist shows a gold-colored metal object, likely an earring, that is circular and has a hollow center. The object appears to be made of a thick, rounded metal. It is positioned with the opening facing the bottom center. The metal has a scratched surface and some green corrosion on the right side of the opening. The object casts a shadow on a plain gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
7th century or earlier
Medium:
Metal plated with electrum
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 468 px
Museum record:
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