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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored metal object with a rectangular shape. Vertical center section with a gothic arch at top. Curled vine-like line designs on center section. Two outer sections with curved, leaf-like shapes. Top has connecting bar with a bird-like figure on each end. Background fades from dark on top to light gray on bottom.

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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