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Belt hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade belt hook with a carved face at the top and intricate spiral designs on the body. The face features a nose, eyes, and eyebrows. The body is rounded at the bottom and rectangular at the top. The hook has a smooth surface with some brown spots. It is displayed on a plain gray background. Belt hook by Artist, titled "Belt hook".

Artwork Details

Date
5th–3rd century BCE
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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