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Female attendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray stone sculpture of a standing figure with a rough texture. The figure has a tall, narrow body with a wide base that tapers to the top. The head is rounded and smooth. The face is not detailed. The arms are not visible. The figure is shown from the front. The background is a gradient from light gray at the bottom to dark gray at the top. A shadow is cast to the right. Title: Female attendant. Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–9th century
Medium
Earthenware
Culture
China
Dimensions
333 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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