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Tiger Claw Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold pendant in the shape of a tiger claw, also known as a tiger claw pendant. The pendant features a heart-shaped indentation in the center. The pendant has a cylindrical piece at the top. The pendant is decorated with intricate swirling patterns throughout. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork details

Date:
8th–12th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions:
505 × 625 px
Museum record:
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