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Head of a Giant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture is titled "Head of a Giant" and depicts a stone carving of a face. The face is large and features a prominent nose, thick eyebrows, small eyes, and a mustache. The mouth is downturned with pronounced cheeks and jowls. The head is adorned with a crown-like structure on top, featuring decorative elements, including a central point and several spikes around its edge. The crown also has a band with circular patterns around its base. The sculpture appears to be made of stone and exhibits a weathered appearance. The background of the image is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
13th–14th century
Medium
Ceramic
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
494 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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