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Chinese zodiac figure, snake

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The figure depicts a snake with a human-like body. The snake's head is rounded and features two small eyes and a mouth. The body is covered in ridges, resembling scales. The arms are crossed, with the hands resting on the upper arms. The figure appears to be made of clay or stone and has a brown color with visible signs of wear and aging. The background is a gradient of dark grey to light grey. The title is "Chinese zodiac figure, snake".

Artwork details

Date:
13th century
Medium:
Grey earthenware with pigment
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
461 × 624 px
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