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Garment Plaque with Animal Motif

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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
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