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Triangular Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Triangular Plaque by artist unknown. The object is triangular with a pointed bottom. It has a gold-colored metal filigree design. The filigree is made up of curvy lines that form floral patterns. There are holes throughout the design. The background is a grey surface, possibly a table or countertop.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-7th–9th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
Northwest China/Eastern Central Asia
Dimensions
599 × 520 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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