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Maternity Figure

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Maternity Figure by an unknown artist depicts a sculpture of a woman with a rounded bun on top of her head. The woman's facial features include a straight mouth and minimal detailing. Her body is bare, with both breasts exposed. The woman's arms are bent at the elbow, and each arm cradles a child. The two children are positioned on either side of the woman's body, each with one arm raised. The woman's legs are fused together at the feet. The sculpture is made of a dark gray material, possibly stone or metal. The background of the image is light grey with a shadow cast to the left.

Artwork Details

Date
14th–15th century
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
338 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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