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Chimera (Bixie)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a sculpture titled "Chimera" by "Bixie". The sculpture is a figurine of an animal. The animal has four legs, with the front legs slightly shorter than the back legs. The body is thick and sturdy. A second animal head protrudes upward from the back of the main body. Both heads have large eyes. The sculpture appears to be made of dark metal with visible wear and tear, including patches of lighter color on the surface. The background of the image is plain white.

Artwork details

Date:
3rd–6th century
Medium:
Gilt bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
534 × 625 px
Museum record:
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