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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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