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Flower-Shaped Clothing Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Flower-Shaped Clothing Plaque by Unknown Artist is a gold-colored, flower-shaped object. The plaque has a raised design in the center with multiple petals. It has a four-petal shape with rounded edges. The center of the plaque features a raised floral design. The background of the image is light gray. The plaque appears to be made of metal, likely gold or brass. It has a smooth, shiny surface. The image is a close-up shot. The plaque is centered in the image. The background is plain and featureless. The plaque has a symmetrical shape. The edges of the petals are slightly wavy. The center of the flower has a small circle.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–9th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
China (Xinjiang Autonomous Region, Central Asia)
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette