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Harness Ornament in the Shape of a Coiled Wolf

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown metal ornament in the shape of a coiled wolf. The wolf's head is at the top of the ornament, and its curled body and tail form the circular shape. The ornament has a textured surface with visible details such as eyes, nose, and mouth. The wolf's fur is depicted with curved lines. The ornament appears to be made of bronze or copper, with a dark brown patina. The background is light gray. Title: Harness Ornament in the Shape of a Coiled Wolf. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
5th–4th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Northwest China
Dimensions
522 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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