Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the AmericasWood-OrnamentsLate 19th–early 20th centuryEar Ornament, One of a Pair is a wood-ornaments of Naga people origin created in Late 19th–early 20th century using wood, hair, glass trade beads, trade yarn, metal, fiber measuring H. 12 in. (30.5 cm) — now part of the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, hair, glass trade beads, trade yarn, metal, fiber |
| Dimensions | H. 12 in. (30.5 cm) |
| Classification | Wood-Ornaments |
| Department | Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas |
| Credit Line | Gift of Fred and Rita Richman, 2013 |
| Date | Late 19th–early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Naga people culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1950.
Geography
Origin: India. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ear Ornament, One of a Pair?
Ear Ornament, One of a Pair is housed in the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ear Ornament, One of a Pair created?
Ear Ornament, One of a Pair dates to Late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Ear Ornament, One of a Pair made from?
Ear Ornament, One of a Pair is crafted from wood, hair, glass trade beads, trade yarn, metal, fiber.
Where does Ear Ornament, One of a Pair originate?
Ear Ornament, One of a Pair originates from India (Naga people culture).
Is Ear Ornament, One of a Pair in the public domain?
Ear Ornament, One of a Pair is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.