
Chimera (Bixie)
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
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
You May Also Like

Weight in the Form of a Feline

Lion

Fantastic Lion
Chimera

Strap-Crossing in the Shape of a Coiled Wolf

Horse

Kneeling ram

Crouching Tiger Figure

Fitting in the shape of a man grasping a tiger head

Shishi

Chimera (Bixie) (a); magnifying glass (b)

Seated female musician with lute

Horse

Figure (Shishi)

Plaque with Ibex and Kid

Tutu as Sphinx

Censer with cover

Harness Fitting in the Shape of an Ibex

Weight in the Form of a Bull or Cow

Tomb guardian beast

Finial in the Shape of a Tiger

Lion

Mat Weight in the Form of a Bear

Horse Figurine with Looped Legs




