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Clapper Fragment from a Musical Instrument

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Description

<p>This fragment belonged to the top, perforated end of a clapper. On the outside face there are traces of fine, carefully incised design. At the top is a lotus petal. In the center, a pattern of squares is inside a "net" pattern. Below there are rows of wedges. There are two old breaks at the top end.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/71.539' rel='external'>Clapper Fragment from a Musical Instrument</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>

Cross-references (2)

  • Walters-AccNum 71.539 tier-2
  • Walters-id 1949 tier-2
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