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Shard with Figural Decoration

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Shard with Figural Decoration by Unknown. The shard appears to be a fragment, likely from an ancient vessel. It features a design painted in a darker shade on a lighter background. The design depicts two human figures; one figure's head and shoulder are visible on the left side, facing right. The figure on the left has their hair styled and a circular earring. The second figure on the right appears to have one arm raised, adorned with jewelry. The top edge of the shard has a horizontal stripe in a darker shade. Two small metal brackets are attached to the shard, one near the top left and one on the right side. The background of the image is a solid color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 4th–5th century
Medium:
Painted terracotta
Culture:
Pakistan
Dimensions:
599 × 550 px
Museum record:
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