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Ear Ornament Pennanular Hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object, resembling an animal head with a pointed ear and snout, and a body with ridges. The object has a circular opening with a protruding, curved piece that resembles a tongue or a claw, and appears to be a type of jewelry, specifically an ear ornament.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–12th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions
599 × 534 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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