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Horse and rider

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray stone sculpture of a horse and rider. The horse faces right, head slightly lowered. Rider sits atop with left hand on horse's side. Horse has a saddle and bridle. Rider wears a headpiece, hair pulled back. Both have a weathered appearance with spots of discoloration. The sculpture stands on a flat base. Gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
China
Dimensions
473 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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