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Recovering the Tripod from the Si River

Unidentified

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of people on foot and on horseback with weapons; some carry spears, others are holding shields; multiple layers of people; some appear to be wearing helmets; scene depicting action or battle; old-style drawing; grainy texture.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century (?)
Medium
Rubbing of mid-2nd-century stone engraving; ink on paper
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 361 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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