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Set of twelve zodiac animals

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Twelve small figurines, each representing an animal with a head and body resembling a bird or duck, standing upright on a flat base. The figurines are arranged in a line, curving slightly outward in the middle. They are made of a light-brown material, possibly ceramic or clay, with white and orange patches. The figurines vary slightly in size and posture. The background is a solid gray color, with shadows visible beneath the figurines. The title is "Set of twelve zodiac animals".

Artwork Details

Date
8th century
Medium
Earthenware with white slip
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
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