Reclining Water Buffalo

Cleveland Museum of Art

Reclining Water Buffalo by unknown artist. The sculpture depicts a reclining water buffalo. The buffalo is carved from a light green stone, possibly jade, and has a smooth, glossy finish. It lies on its stomach with its front legs bent under its body and its back legs tucked underneath. Its head is raised, and it has small, curved horns on top. The eyes and nostrils are visible. The background is dark gray to black, with a slight shadow cast by the sculpture.