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Fantastic animal

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White jade sculpture of a standing animal with a long snout resembling a cow or bull, head turned to the left. The sculpture features intricate carvings of swirling patterns on its body, legs, and head. The background transitions from black at the top to light gray at the bottom, with the sculpture casting a shadow. The sculpture "Fantastic animal" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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