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Pendant, Conch, Flame and Foliate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden pendant in the form of a conch, flame and foliate; by Indian artist. Oval-shaped gold object with a conch shell at the top, flame-like design in the middle, and foliage at the bottom. The object has a textured surface with visible ridges and grooves. The conch shell is positioned at the top, with the flame design below it, and the foliate design at the bottom. The object appears to be a decorative piece, possibly used as jewelry. It is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–12th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions
600 × 582 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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