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Shard: Neckpiece with Head of Antelope

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Terracotta shard with black painted decoration. The shard is roughly semicircular. The top edge is uneven and chipped. Two horizontal lines encircle the shard near the top. Between the lines are equally spaced circular motifs. Below the lines are two stylized animals facing each other. The animals have large almond shaped eyes and antlers on their heads. The one on the right appears to be an antelope. Its body has rows of dots. A circular motif is centered between the animals. The shard has two metal rods on the back. Beige and brown walls are in the background. Shard: Neckpiece with Head of Antelope by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 4th–5th century
Medium
Painted terracotta
Culture
Pakistan
Dimensions
600 × 308 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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