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Plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular plaque with rounded corners. Dark greenish-brown color. Intricate carvings of two animals. The animals have long snouts and pointed ears. The animal on the left has its mouth open. Both animals appear to be biting or interacting with a central element. The central element resembles a long, curved tail or vine. The plaque has a decorative border. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
4th–3rd century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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