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Figure of a female attendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Figure of a female attendant by Unknown. Two gray statues of female attendants with their hair styled in a tall bun. Both statues are wearing long dresses. Their arms are bent at the elbow, with their hands positioned in front of their waists. The statues appear to be made of stone or clay and have a weathered appearance. The background is a plain grey color.

Artwork details

Date:
7th–8th century
Medium:
Earthenware
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
465 × 624 px
Museum record:
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