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Seal

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photograph of a sculpture titled "Seal" by an unknown artist. The sculpture is on top of a rectangular base, with a dark-colored material, possibly stone or metal. The sculpture depicts an animal, possibly a lion or a mythical creature, with its body and four legs visible, with the head of the creature facing to the right. The sculpture has a dark color with lighter areas, possibly from wear or patina. The base is rectangular and has a rough texture with darker spots and lines. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Medium
Brown soapstone
Culture
China
Dimensions
346 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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