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Emperor

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a puppet titled "Emperor" by an unknown artist. The puppet has a long face with a mustache and long hair. It wears a patterned robe and a hat with a figure on top. The puppet holds a staff in its right hand. The puppet's arms are held out to the sides. The background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Painted, incised oxhide, bamboo sticks, wire fastenings, pigment, hemp and cotton hingings, metal rod
Culture
China
Dimensions
423 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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