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Figure of a civil official

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a statue of a civil official. The statue is made of stone or ceramic and depicts a person wearing a long robe with a sash around the waist. The robe has a V-shaped neckline and long sleeves. The person is wearing a tall hat on their head. Their hands are clasped in front of them. The statue is standing on a decorative base. The background is a plain wall. The statue appears to be an old, weathered piece. The title of the image is "Figure of a civil official" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware with pigment
Culture
China
Dimensions
357 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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