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Tomb Figure of Porcupine

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a porcupine. It is made of stone and has a weathered appearance. The porcupine is shown in a side view, facing left. It has a small snout and small ears. The body is rounded and has a series of short, raised lines along its back, representing quills. The sculpture has four legs, with the front and back legs visible. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The sculpture appears to be titled "Tomb Figure of Porcupine".

Artwork Details

Date
3rd–6th century
Medium
Grey earthenware with pigment
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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