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Lintel with Carved Figures

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Lintel with Carved Figures by an unknown artist. The image is of a carved lintel in a reddish-brown color. The lintel is rectangular and features intricate carvings. The top section has a row of rounded shapes. The bottom section depicts two creatures with four legs, resembling lions or similar animals. The background of the lintel is adorned with swirling patterns and other decorative elements. The lintel is set against a beige wall with a thin line running horizontally across it. The bottom of the image shows a white surface, possibly a baseboard or ledge, with a dark gap underneath.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 921–945
Medium
Stone
Culture
Cambodia
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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