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Figure of a Child

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The title of the image is "Figure of a Child", by the artist unknown. A small white statue of a child with a rounded face, and hair styled in a point on top. The child's eyes are closed and a small smile is on their face. They are wearing a robe with folds carved into the statue. Their hands are clasped in front of them. The statue has a number printed on the front, near the bottom. The background is dark grey. The statue appears to be sitting on a fabric surface.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
White porcelain (Hirado ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
461 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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