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Flower-Shaped Clothing Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a gold-colored, flower-shaped plaque by an unknown artist titled "Flower-Shaped Clothing Plaque". The plaque is symmetrical with a round center. It has a series of rounded, petal-like shapes extending outwards from the center, with each petal overlapping the one next to it. The petals are rounded at the tips and have a slight curve. The plaque appears to be made of metal and has a shiny, reflective surface. There are small holes near the edge of the plaque, possibly for sewing or attaching it to clothing. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

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