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Standing Farmer holding a Pitchfork

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows two small, weathered, gray statues of farmers. The statues are made of stone or clay and are placed side-by-side. The farmer on the left is holding a pitchfork. Both statues have their hair styled in a tall, pointed topknot and have their arms crossed in front of them. The statue on the left appears smoother with more defined facial features, while the one on the right appears more rugged. The statue on the right is wearing what appears to be a robe with a V-shaped neckline. The background is a gradient of light grey to white. The statues cast a shadow on the surface they are standing on.

Artwork Details

Medium
Earthenware with green lead glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
447 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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