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Garment Plaque in the Shape of a Leopard

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark red-brown metal plaque in the shape of a leopard by unknown artist titled Garment Plaque in the Shape of a Leopard. The plaque depicts a crouching leopard with head facing right. The leopard's body features several circular indentations and ridged lines. The plaque has a glossy finish with visible signs of wear and aging. The background of the image is a gradient transitioning from dark at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
5th century BCE
Medium
Tinned bronze
Culture
Northwest China
Dimensions
600 × 386 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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