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Figure of a horse

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Figure of a horse by Unknown. A gray sculpture of a horse on a flat base, viewed from the side at an angle. The horse's body faces right. One front leg and one back leg are bent. A decorative cloth or blanket with tassels hangs on the horse's back. It covers the left side and back. A bridle is on the horse's head. The horse's body and head are raised, the tail is curved outward. The background is dark grey. A shadow is on the right.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware with pigment
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 498 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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