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Fragment of a Relief

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Fragment of a Relief by an unknown artist depicts a circular stone carving. The carving features a figure sitting cross-legged in the center. The figure wears a robe and appears to have short hair. The figure sits on a base that is not clearly defined. The background of the carving has radiating lines that resemble sun rays. The edges of the circle are rough and uneven. A small portion of a white material is visible at the bottom. The image is in black and white.

Artwork details

Date:
3rd–7th century
Medium:
Redc clay
Culture:
Central Asia
Dimensions:
600 × 554 px
Museum record:
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