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Reclining Horse

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade sculpture of a recumbent horse with head raised, on a black wooden base. The horse has its front legs folded under its body and its back legs stretched out behind it. The horse's head is turned to the right, with its ears and mane visible. The base is rectangular and has a textured surface. Grey background. Title: Reclining Horse. Artist: unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 410 px
Public Domain
Yes
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