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Fragment of a Relief

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Fragment of a Relief depicts a sculpture of a reclining male figure. The figure is lying on his side with his body curved. The left arm is bent at the elbow and appears to be resting on or near the figure's side. The right arm is bent and the hand is placed on the figure's abdomen. The figure's torso is visible. The figure's head and lower body are not fully visible. The background of the image is gray. The sculpture appears to be made of stone or plaster and is likely an ancient piece. The image is in black and white.

Artwork details

Date:
8th century
Medium:
Stucco wit color
Culture:
Central Asia
Dimensions:
600 × 343 px
Museum record:
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