

Belt Hook (Daigou) in the Form of a Buffalo or Elephant Head
Bronze belt hook in the shape of a buffalo or elephant head, featuring gold inlays and a hook on the back; the hook on the back curves down and appears to be broken; the head has large ears with curled tips and ornate gold swirls; eyes and mouth are depicted; body of hook primarily bronze-colored with spots of green patina; background transitions from black at top to gray at bottom.
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 900 × 692 px
- Museum Record
- View original
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