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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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