Ainu. Earrings, late 19th-early 20th century. Brass, diameter: 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm) approx. width of ball: 1/2 in. (1.3 cm). Gift of Herman Stutzer, 12.741a-b. Creative Commons-BY.

Earrings

late 19th-early 20th century

Ainu

Asian Art

Both men and women wore large hoop earrings as amulets to prevent evil spirits from entering the ears.

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Ainu
Classification: Jewelry
Formatted Medium: Brass
Medium: brass
Locations: Place made: Northern region, Japan
Dimensions: diameter: 2 9/16 in. (6.5 cm) approx. width of ball: 1/2 in. (1.3 cm)
Departments: Asian Art
Accession Number: 12.741a-b
Credit Line: Gift of Herman Stutzer