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Anthropomorphic Figure

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Greenish-blue metal statue of an anthropomorphic figure with a human-like body and animal-like features. The figure has a long neck, and its head is adorned with two curved horns or ears that point upwards. It has large circular eyes and a small mouth. Its arms are outstretched, with each hand shaped like a bowl or a horn. The figure's legs are slightly bent, with the right leg positioned in front of the left. The statue stands on a rectangular base. The background is a plain beige wall.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 500 BCE–300 CE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Sumatra)
Dimensions
271 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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