Plaque with Paired Birds for Belt or Shroud
Rectangular plaque with rounded edges, made of white stone or jade, featuring a symmetrical design of two birds facing each other. The birds have curved bodies, long necks, and heads with curved beaks. Each bird has one wing raised above its body and the other wing lowered. The plaque has four holes, one in each corner. The background is black, with a gradient that lightens at the bottom.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 900 × 673 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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Offering Group: Plaque with Frontal and Profile Faces