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Figure of a woman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The figure of a woman, created by an unknown artist, is a terracotta sculpture. The figure has a round head with a small nose and mouth. The body is stout and has a long skirt that reaches down to the feet. The right arm is raised and bent at the elbow, while the left arm is bent at the elbow and held close to the body. The figure stands on two feet. The terracotta is weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging and deterioration, including cracks, discoloration, and loss of detail. The background is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

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