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Belt plaque in the shape of a kneeling horse

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bronze belt plaque in the shape of a kneeling horse, the horse on all fours with its head lowered, mane on top of neck, two holes on each side by the front and back legs, curled tail, and decorative line designs on bottom; dark patina on surface.

Artwork Details

Date
3rd–1st century BCE
Medium
Silver
Culture
North China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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