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Garment Plaque in the Shape of a Stag

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a bronze plaque in the shape of a stag. The plaque is made of weathered bronze with a green patina and features a stylized stag with a large body, short legs, and a distinctive set of antlers. The antlers are curled into circular shapes and have a textured surface. The stag's head is turned to the left, and it has a long snout and a curled tail. Two small holes are visible on either side of the plaque, one on the tail and one on the rear leg. The plaque has a flat base with three small feet. The background of the image is a gradient of light purple to white.

Artwork Details

Date
6th–5th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Kazakhstan
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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