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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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