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Necklace Bead in the Form of a Fish
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Jewelry in ancient India often consisted of elements associated with water, such as fish and other aquatic plants and animals. Since water is essential for life, imagery that connotes water is life-affirming, or auspicious, and therefore appropriate adornment.
| Artist / Maker | India, Shunga period (185–78 BCE) |
|---|---|
| Date | 185–72 BCE |
| Culture / Origin | India, Shunga period (185–78 BCE) |
| Medium | gold repoussé with granulation |
| Department | Indian and Southeast Asian Art |
| Type | Jewelry |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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