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Female musician

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray statue of female musician with a long neck, short hair, and a long skirt holding a musical instrument. The statue has a plain background and is positioned slightly off-center. The musician's face is depicted with minimal features. She has a small nose and mouth. Her arms are bent at the elbow, and her hands are positioned near a rectangular object with a flat top, likely a musical instrument. The statue appears to be made of stone or clay and has a rough texture. The skirt is pleated and falls to the base of the statue. The base of the statue is irregularly shaped.

Artwork details

Date:
6th century
Medium:
Reddish earthenware with traces of color
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
329 × 624 px
Museum record:
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