

Finial in the Shape of a Bird's Head
The object is a small, rectangular base with rounded top, made of metal, likely bronze or copper, exhibiting a green and reddish-brown patina. The top is shaped like a bird's head in profile, facing left, with a curved beak. Two circular eye sockets are visible on the head. A small hole is present on the bottom center of the rectangular base. The background is a light purple color with a shadow cast to the right of the object. The object is titled "Finial in the Shape of a Bird's Head" by an unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 4th century BCE
- Medium
- Bronze
- Culture
- Northwest China
- Dimensions
- 600 × 586 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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