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Medium8 works

synthetic is a material identified in 8 works at The Met, most commonly used for jewelry in the Costume Institute department.

Collection Overview

Total Works8
Top DepartmentCostume Institute
Top ClassificationJewelry

Notable Works

B
JewelryBelt
BA
JewelryBoy's Amulet in the Shape of Camels
B
Bracelet
C
Textiles-CostumesCoat
CP
MetalCordiform Pendant
C
MetalCrown
D
Dress
D
Dress
D
Dress

Frequently Asked Questions

How many works by synthetic are in The Met?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 8 works related to synthetic.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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