Beads

Japan

7th century or earlier

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Beads
Period: Kofun period (ca. 300–710)
Date: 7th century or earlier
Culture: Japan
Medium: Glass and crystal
Dimensions: 2 sizes
Classification: Jewelry
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1912
Object Number: 12.37.74
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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