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Belt Plaque in the Shape of a Standing Feline

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal plaque in the shape of a standing feline by artist unknown. The plaque shows a feline standing on all fours, possibly a lion, with head facing left and body profiled. The feline has large curled ears and a bushy tail that curls at the end. The animal's mane-like fur is depicted by multiple curved lines on its head and neck. The body and head are cast in relief. The feline has a large eye on the side of its head. The object appears to be made of gray metal with visible signs of aging. The background behind the plaque is purple.

Artwork Details

Date
4th century BCE
Medium
Tinned bronze
Culture
Northwest China and southwestern Inner Mongolia
Dimensions
600 × 455 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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