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Belt buckle and decorative plaques

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold bracelet with 10 square decorative plaques. The plaques are rectangular and have a green inlaid design. A gold clasp connects to one end. The other end has an ornate gold adornment. The bracelet is on a gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
7th century
Medium:
Gilt bronze inlaid with glass and pearls; silk backing
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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