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Horse and monkey

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade sculpture of a horse and monkey. The horse is positioned on the right side and faces right. It has a long neck and head with a bridle. The monkey sits on the left side, holding the bridle. Behind them, there is a tall, thin post with a rounded top. The post is attached to a small base that the horse stands on. The background is gray, transitioning from dark at the top to light at the bottom. The sculpture is titled "Horse and monkey".

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Jade
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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