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Plaque in the Shape of an Ibex

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray metal plaque in the shape of an ibex, body curved, head facing right, two legs visible, beak-like snout, ridged details on body, curved horns rising from top of head, background white.

Artwork Details

Date
3rd–1st century BCE
Medium
Gilt bronze
Culture
North China
Dimensions
397 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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