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Ornamental plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored ornamental plaque with a bird design. The plaque is long and narrow, with a pointed top. A bird with a large body and long neck is prominently featured. The bird's body is adorned with detailed feathers, and its neck curves upward. A decorative wave-like design is above the bird. The plaque has a hole near the bird's head. The background of the image is black. Artist: Tutankhamun. Title: Ornamental plaque.

Artwork details

Date:
8th century
Medium:
Amber with incised decoration
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
299 × 624 px
Museum record:
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