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Warrior

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a male figure wearing a helmet with a pointed top and a short, curved brim; the helmet covers the top of his head and has a facial guard that covers his forehead and nose. The figure wears a short-sleeved tunic with a design on the chest and a short skirt. The tunic is adorned with circles on the chest and a belt around the waist. The figure stands barefoot with one hand on its hip. The figure's facial features include a mustache and beard. The overall appearance of the sculpture suggests it is titled "Warrior". The sculpture is by artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware with traces of pigment
Culture
China
Dimensions
304 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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