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Shard: Bird

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a ceramic shard titled "Shard: Bird" by an unknown artist. The shard is irregularly shaped with a rough, broken edge. It has a reddish-brown color and features a black design resembling a bird. The design includes a body with patterned details, a tail, and wings. The shard is set against a gray background.

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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