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Seated female musician with lute

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a sculpture titled "Seated female musician with lute" by an unknown artist. The sculpture depicts a female figure seated on a stool or chair, wearing a long dress that drapes around her body, with her feet positioned close together on the ground. The woman's hair is styled in an updo. Her left arm is bent at the elbow and rests across her body, while her right arm is raised and holds a lute. The sculpture appears to be made of stone or clay and exhibits a textured surface. The background is dark and shaded, with a light source emanating from the left side, casting a shadow to the right of the sculpture. The overall appearance suggests an ancient or historical piece.

Artwork details

Date:
7th–8th century
Medium:
Earthenware
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
504 × 625 px
Museum record:
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