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Pair of Earrings, Oval Gem Settings

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden earrings, titled "Pair of Earrings, Oval Gem Settings" by an unspecified artist, rest on a black foam background. Two gold-colored metal pieces are visible, each featuring a textured surface. The piece on the left resembles a pig or boar with a small tail and two protrusions on either side, possibly representing ears. The right piece depicts a curved tail and a body that could be interpreted as a pig or similar animal. Both pieces exhibit a shiny gold finish. The background is a black foam material with a speckled appearance.

Artwork details

Date:
8th–12th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions:
600 × 273 px
Museum record:
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