Belt Hook with Glass Inlay
Ritual ImplementsChinese7th-10th century

Belt Hook with Glass Inlay

7th-10th century

Classification
Ritual Implements
Medium
Gilt bronze with inlaid glass
Culture
Chinese
Period
Tang dynasty, 618-907
Century
7th-10th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

L. 10.8 × W. 4.3 cm (4 1/4 × 1 11/16 in.)

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