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Horse and rider

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture titled "Horse and rider" by an unknown artist depicts a white stone statue of a person riding a horse. The statue is viewed from the side, with the horse and rider facing right. The horse's head is lowered, with its muzzle pointing down and to the right. It has a long neck and a small tail. The horse's front right leg is slightly bent. The horse stands on a rectangular base. The rider sits on a saddle blanket, with their right leg visible. They wear a long garment. Their head is tilted upwards. The statue's surface shows signs of wear and tear, with visible brown discoloration and chipped areas. The background is plain gray.

Artwork details

Date:
7th–8th century
Medium:
Earthenware with traces of pigment
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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