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Piggy Bank

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray metal pig figurine with chain around neck, facing left, on wooden surface. The pig has a curly tail, short legs, and small ears. A chain hangs from the neck with a ball at the end. The background is dark. Piggy Bank by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
15th century
Medium
Terracotta
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
599 × 443 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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