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Vessel in the Shape of a Tiger (Huzi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray clay vessel in the shape of a tiger, with head facing right. The vessel has a handle on the back; the handle starts from the top of the back and makes a loop. The mouth of the vessel is on the right side of the tiger's head and is a short cylinder. The tiger has a large body and short legs; three legs are visible. The body has a curved line marking on the side. The background is white with a shadow cast to the left.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 4th century
Medium
Porcelain with green glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 482 px
Public Domain
Yes
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