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Plaque in the shape of a donkey

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Grey metal plaque in the shape of a donkey. The plaque has a long snout and two upright ears. It has an object on its back with a pointed top and rectangular grid pattern. The plaque's body depicts a saddle with patterned designs. The plaque has four legs, with front left and back right legs visible. The background is black. Title: Plaque in the shape of a donkey. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
3rd–6th century
Medium
Lead
Culture
China?
Dimensions
574 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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