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Shard

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Orange-brown shard with dark brown designs on light gray background. The shard is triangular with one long edge curved. Two horizontal lines span the piece near the top. A design of two arching lines with a vertical line between and below them is on the piece. The design also includes floral patterns. The bottom of the shard has a rough edge. A shadow is cast to the lower right.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 4th–5th century
Medium
Painted terracotta
Culture
Pakistan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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