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Fitting in the shape of a man grasping a tiger head

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green patina sculpture of a figure with long ears, a bulbous nose, and a facial expression. Curved arms emerge from the body and end near the chest in curled shapes. The area below the arms and to the right is open. The body shape resembles that of a man grasping a tiger head. Green and brown patina covers the piece. Light gray background. Title: Fitting in the shape of a man grasping a tiger head. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
11th–10th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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