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Hair Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal hair ornament, "Hair Ornament" by unknown artist. The ornament features a bird perched on a branch with leaves at the top. Several long, thin metal pieces hang down from the top, some with small metal shapes attached to them. The shapes include long rectangles, diamonds, and a teardrop. Multiple birds are also attached to the sides. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th century
Medium:
Silver and silver gilt
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
289 × 625 px
Museum record:
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