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Three goats

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture "Three goats" by Baccarat features three recumbent goats carved from clear crystal. The goats are stacked lying down with their heads on the left and right sides. The goat on the left lies on its side with its head curled up and facing left. The goat in the middle lies on its stomach with its head facing right. The goat on the right lies on its side with its head curled up facing right. The sculpture has a rectangular base. The background is dark gray to light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Rock crystal
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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