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Pair of Ear Ornaments, Lunates

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of Ear Ornaments, Lunates by unknown artist. Two gold-colored metal pieces, shaped like a crescent moon or a horseshoe with the ends touching, forming a circle. The metal is textured and has a rough, brushed appearance. The pieces are circular with a gap at one point, and are made of a thick, heavy metal. They are a shiny gold color. The background is a light-colored surface, possibly paper or cardboard.

Artwork details

Date:
8th–12th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions:
600 × 472 px
Museum record:
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