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Shoe Buckle in the Shape of a Recumbent Ram

1st century BCE–1st century CE
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Shoe Buckle in the Shape of a Recumbent Ram
  • Date: 1st century BCE–1st century CE
  • Culture: Bactria
  • Medium: Gold inlaid with turquoise
  • Dimensions: H. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); W. 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene V. Thaw, 2002
  • Object Number: 2002.201.188
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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