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Votive Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Votive Plaque by Unknown Artist is a circular object with a raised edge. The plaque has a dark brown color with a lighter brown border around the edge. The surface of the plaque features an embossed image of a figure with a crown on its head. The figure appears to be sitting in a chair or on a throne. The background of the image is a solid gray color. The plaque appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or brass, and has a worn and aged appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1368–1643
Medium
Red clay
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
599 × 478 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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