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Arc-shaped pendant (Huang)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Arc-shaped pendant by Huang. The pendant is made of a weathered bronze or metal material with a greenish patina, exhibiting a curved shape resembling an arc. The surface features a dense pattern of small, raised circular motifs. The object appears to be segmented into two pieces that fit together. The background is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
5th century BCE
Medium:
Jade (nephrite)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
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