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Dragon head (Architectural part)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Light beige stone carving, triangular, with a dragon's head protruding from the right side. The carving depicts a dragon's head with a curled snout and mouth open. The dragon's head is surrounded by swirling patterns. A small section on the left appears to be broken off. The object sits on a plain gray background, with a subtle shadow cast to the right. Red writing on the left side. Artist: unknown, Title: Dragon head (Architectural part).

Artwork Details

Medium
Earthenware
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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