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Belt Buckle in Shape of Horse

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Belt Buckle in Shape of Horse by unknown artist. The image shows a belt buckle shaped like a horse, made from a gray, rough-textured metal. The horse faces right with its head angled slightly downward. Its tail is curled upward. The front right leg is extended forward. The buckle stands on four legs, with the front left and two back legs visible. The buckle has a dark patina with lighter areas. It casts a shadow on a white surface.

Artwork details

Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 463 px
Museum record:
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