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Ornamental Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored ornamental plaque with a pointed top and rounded edges, featuring intricate filigree design and adorned with various stones. The plaque has a central rectangular section with a gold-colored floral pattern and two gold-colored balls. The outer border is decorated with a mix of turquoise, white, blue, and clear stones, along with gold-colored filigree. The plaque's background is not visible, but it appears to be set against a dark gray background. The plaque is titled "Ornamental Plaque" and is attributed to an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
4th–5th century
Medium:
Gilt bronze, gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise, and white coral
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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