Artwork preview

Fragment of an Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored metal object, possibly jewelry, with a braided edge. The object is curved and resembles a crescent moon. It has a loop at the top left. The outer edge has a repeating pattern of 7 triangular shapes. The background is dark gray and textured, resembling a rough surface or fabric. The object is titled "Fragment of an Ornament" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
8th–12th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Indonesia (Central Java)
Dimensions
599 × 403 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original
Palette