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Belt hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown belt hook with a rounded end at the top featuring a small ball; hook protrudes from the side; surface adorned with gold inlays; worn, rough texture; displayed against a plain gray background; titled "Belt hook" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
4th–3rd century BCE
Medium:
Bronze inlaid with gold and silver
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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