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Standing Female Clay Figure

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Standing Female Clay Figure by an unknown artist depicts a figurine of a woman. The figurine is made of clay and has a tan color with darker spots. The woman has a large head with a protruding forehead, small nose, and mouth. Her eyes are circular and appear to be closed. She has a prominent chin and a small, rounded body with breasts. Her arms are bent at the elbows and are held out to the sides. Her legs are straight and together. The figurine has a decorative necklace around its neck and a decorative line pattern on its body. The figurine stands on a black rectangular base. The background is dark gray.

Artwork Details

Medium
Earthenware with cord-marked and incised decoration
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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