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Figure of a woman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Figure of a woman by unknown artist. The figure is made of clay or terracotta and has a weathered appearance with a mix of brown, gray, and red colors. The figure is standing with arms crossed. The head is round and relatively small compared to the body. The face is not detailed. The body is bulky with a large, rounded torso and a skirt that flares out at the bottom. The background of the image is light grey. The figure casts a faint shadow on the surface below.

Artwork details

Date:
4th–3rd century BCE
Medium:
Baked clay
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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