Set of twelve zodiac animals
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
- Museum record:
- View original
You May Also Like
Mortuary Figures of the Zodiac Signs
Pair of Ducks
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Set of Ten Gourd-Shaped Vessels with Reed Design
Vessel leg in the form of a bird
Incense Burner
Vessel in the Shape of a Goose (Zun)
Nesting Quail Stamp Seal
Duck Figure
Duck Figure
Squirrel Bottle
Pole Top with Double Bird-Shaped Bell (one of pair)
Female Dancer: Tomb Figurine
Bird
Benu-bird
Howling Wolf
Goose
