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Large Closed Crescent-Shaped Earring

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Large closed crescent-shaped earring by Christian Dior. The earring is a thick, dark gray metal band with a rough texture and white speckles. It is shaped like a crescent moon, with both ends tapering to a point. The earring is open at the bottom, with a small gap between the two ends. It has a worn, aged appearance. The earring is displayed on a plain gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
500 BCE–300 CE
Medium:
Translucent brown glass
Culture:
Vietnam
Dimensions:
599 × 458 px
Museum record:
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