Fragment of a Buddhist crown?
Metal object resembling a crown or headpiece, likely a Fragment of a Buddhist crown. The object is ornate with curved and pointed shapes. A long thin metal pole supports the object from underneath. A ruler at the bottom for scale. A sign on the ruler reads "The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1973".
Artwork details
- Date:
- 3rd–6th century
- Medium:
- Gilt bronze
- Culture:
- China
- Dimensions:
- 448 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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