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Fragment of an Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gold-colored object on a black surface. The object titled "Fragment of an Ornament" by an unknown artist, is gold-colored and irregularly shaped. It appears to be made of metal and has a rough, textured surface. The object is broken or fragmented, with one end appearing to be bent or curved. The object is positioned in the center of the image, on a black surface that resembles a textured fabric or carpet. The surface is covered in small, raised bumps or nodules. The object is illuminated from above, casting shadows on the surface below it.

Artwork details

Date:
8th–12th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions:
599 × 376 px
Museum record:
View original
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