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Fragment of a Wrist and Hand

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fragment of a Wrist and Hand by Alberto Giacometti: A bronze sculpture depicting a partial human arm, bent at the wrist. The arm extends from the left side towards the center-right. It has a rough, textured surface with visible signs of aging, including dark spots and a greenish patina. The wrist and part of the hand are present, with the fingers cut off. The sculpture is on a plain beige background, casting a shadow to the left.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 8th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Indonesia (Kalimantan)
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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