Ear Flare Collection

Flower-Shaped Earflares, between 550 and 850. Creator: Unknown
Flower-Shaped Earflares, between 550 and 850

Two Tahitian Women and a Marquesan Earplug, 1891 / 93. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Two Tahitian Women and a Marquesan Earplug, 1891/93

Tahitian Idol—the Goddess Hina, 1894 / 95. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Tahitian Idol--the Goddess Hina, 1894/95

Head from a Figurine of a Female, 14th / 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Head from a Figurine of a Female, 14th/15th century

Head from a Figurine of a Child, 14th / 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Head from a Figurine of a Child, 14th/15th century

Male Deity (Deva) Holding a Lotus Bud, Gupta period, 4th / 5th century. Creator: Unknown
Male Deity (Deva) Holding a Lotus Bud, Gupta period, 4th/5th century

Pair of Ear Plugs with Face of Figure in Interior, A. D. 300 / 750 A. D. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Ear Plugs with Face of Figure in Interior, A.D. 300/750 A.D

Mask from an Incense Burner Portraying the Old Deity of Fire, A. D. 450 / 750
Mask from an Incense Burner Portraying the Old Deity of Fire, A.D. 450/750

Ear Ornaments, A. D. 400 / 800. Creator: Unknown
Ear Ornaments, A.D. 400/800

Pair of Earspools with Face in Interior, Possibly AD 450 / 1000. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Earspools with Face in Interior, Possibly AD 450/1000

Earflare, Possibly 500 B. C. / A. D. 1000. Creator: Unknown
Earflare, Possibly 500 B.C./A.D. 1000

Drinking Vessel in the Form of a Head, A. D. 1450 / 1532. Creator: Unknown
Drinking Vessel in the Form of a Head, A.D. 1450/1532

Pair of Ear Spools, A. D. 250 / 900. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Ear Spools, A.D. 250/900

Ear Spool, A. D. 250 / 900. Creator: Unknown
Ear Spool, A.D. 250/900

Pair of Ear Spools, A. D. 1100 / 1470. Creator: Unknown
Pair of Ear Spools, A.D. 1100/1470

Female Figurine, 500 / 300 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Female Figurine, 500/300 B.C

Female Figure, 500 / 300 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Female Figure, 500/300 B.C

Disc from an Earflare Inscied with a Figure in Contoured Pose, A. D. 1200 / 1500
Disc from an Earflare Inscied with a Figure in Contoured Pose, A.D. 1200/1500

Ear Spools, 200 B. C. / A. D. 200. Creator: Unknown
Ear Spools, 200 B.C./A.D. 200

Figure of a Seated Official, c. A. D. 400. Creator: Unknown
Figure of a Seated Official, c. A.D. 400

Portrait Vessel of a Ruler with Face Paint and Large Earflares, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500
Portrait Vessel of a Ruler with Face Paint and Large Earflares, 100 B.C./A.D. 500. Four women with musical instruments lounge in a massive garden courtyard

Anthropomorphic Flat-sided Flask with Molded Head and Painted Textile Tunic, 100 B. C. / A. D
Anthropomorphic Flat-sided Flask with Molded Head and Painted Textile Tunic, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Portrait Vessel of a Young Man with a Scarred Lip, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Portrait Vessel of a Young Man with a Scarred Lip, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Jar in the Form of a Figure with Painted Head, Large Earflares, and Feline Headdress, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Figure Jar, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Figure Jar, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of Seated Musician Holding Conch Trumpet, 100 B. C. / A. D
Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of Seated Musician Holding Conch Trumpet, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Figure with Modeled Head, Spout Missing, 100 B. C. / A
Handle Spout Vessel in the Form of a Figure with Modeled Head, Spout Missing, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Mask, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Mask, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Vessel Representing a Seated Figure with a Warfare Scene, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500
Vessel Representing a Seated Figure with a Warfare Scene, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Head of Xilonen, the Goddess of Young Maize, 1400 / 1500. Creator: Unknown
Head of Xilonen, the Goddess of Young Maize, 1400/1500

Earflare with Flower-like Modeled Relief, A. D. 1450 / 1521. Creator: Unknown
Earflare with Flower-like Modeled Relief, A.D. 1450/1521

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"Exploring the Art of Ear Flare: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world as we delve into a captivating collection of artistic expressions spanning centuries. From ancient civilizations to renowned artists, these intricate adornments have fascinated cultures around the globe. Paul Gauguin's masterpieces transport us to Tahiti, where two Tahitian women proudly display their Marquesan earplugs, showcasing their cultural heritage with grace and beauty. In another creation by Gauguin, we encounter the mesmerizing Tahitian idol Hina, her divine presence accentuated by ornate ear decorations. Traveling back in time to the 14th and 15th centuries, we encounter figurines that captivate our imagination. The enigmatic head of a female figurine hints at an ancient civilization's reverence for ear embellishments. Similarly, a child's figurine reminds us that even at such tender ages, adornment was valued. The Gupta period reveals its artistic prowess through a male deity holding a lotus bud; his earspools symbolize both elegance and divinity. Moving forward in time brings us face-to-face with intriguing designs from unknown creators - pairings of ear plugs featuring mysterious figures within their interiors. An incense burner mask portrays an old deity of fire with elaborate earrings adorning its majestic visage - an embodiment of power and spirituality combined. Ear ornaments from AD 400/800 showcase exquisite craftsmanship while offering insight into ancient societies' fashion sensibilities. As we approach earlier eras, an air of mystery surrounds our journey. An unidentified creator leaves behind an enduring legacy through delicate yet striking earflare dating back possibly to 500 BC/AD 1000 – testament to human creativity transcending time itself. A drinking vessel shaped like a head takes us on yet another adventure; this remarkable piece from AD 1450/1532 demonstrates how functional objects can also be works of art.