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Heart-Shaped Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a gold heart-shaped plaque by artist Arum. The plaque is heart-shaped and made of gold-colored metal. It has a raised design in the center that consists of several swirling patterns. The plaque appears to be thick and has a rough edge around the top. The background is a solid gray color.

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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