Hitching Post
Brown square stone plaque with a recessed design. The plaque features two symmetrical carvings of animals resembling lions or dragons on either side, with their front paws on the ground and back legs bent. Their heads are raised and facing each other, positioned under a carved bunch of grapes or flowers. The animals have their mouths open, revealing sharp teeth. Between them is a recessed area resembling a house with a triangular roof and rectangular opening below. The plaque's surface is textured and uneven with visible signs of aging. The background of the image is black. A white border is on the right side. The title of the plaque is 'Hitching Post'.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 871 × 900 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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