

Garment Plaque with Animal Motif
Dark brown or black stone or metal object with a glossy finish. Two animal figures stacked vertically, both with holes through their bodies. Top figure appears to be a quadruped with a large head and small body, facing right. Bottom figure appears to be a quadruped with a larger body and smaller head, facing left. Both figures have decorative elements on their bodies and feet. Object is symmetrical with a hole through the top and bottom. Light pink background. The piece is by an unknown artist and titled "Garment Plaque with Animal Motif".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 5th–4th century BCE
- Medium
- Bronze
- Culture
- Northwest China
- Dimensions
- 320 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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