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Roof Tile

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Roof Tile: A gray, weathered sculpture of a horse on a curved base. The horse has an open mouth and appears to be rearing up on its hind legs. Its mane and tail are detailed with ridges. The sculpture has a textured surface with visible signs of aging. The base is curved and rounded. The background is plain and light-colored. The roof tile is by artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Medium
Ceramic with glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
441 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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