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Three sheep

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts the sculpture "Three sheep" by an unknown artist. The sculpture shows a single recumbent sheep made of stone or concrete. The sheep is lying down on its stomach with its head raised and turned to the right. The head is tilted slightly upwards. The sculpture has a rough texture and appears to be weathered, with visible signs of aging and wear. The body of the sheep is simplified and not detailed. The face has a small nose and mouth, and the eyes are not detailed. A small inscription is present on the bottom left side of the sculpture. The background is a plain surface with a gradient from light to dark.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–8th century
Medium
Earthenware with green glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 425 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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