Top of a Scepter

Indonesia (Java)

ca. second half of the 13th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 247

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Title: Top of a Scepter
Period: Eastern Javanese period, Singasari kingdom
Date: ca. second half of the 13th century
Culture: Indonesia (Java)
Medium: Copper alloy
Dimensions: H. 16 1/16 in. (40.8 cm)
Classification: Metalwork
Credit Line: Samuel Eilenberg Collection, Gift of Samuel Eilenberg, 1987
Object Number: 1987.142.184
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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