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Hairpin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Hairpin by Artist. Long, thin, light-colored hairpin made from bone or ivory. The hairpin is tapered to a point at the bottom. The top is rounded and has a short cylindrical section below it. There are three lines of black writing on the side of the hairpin. The background is a solid gray color.

Artwork Details

Medium
Bone
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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