

Pectoral in the Shape of a Leopard
Gold-colored metal object in the shape of a leopard. The object has a long body with four legs. The head is rounded with two holes for eyes. The tail is curved with a small circle at the end. Two small circular holes are on either side of the body, one on the side and one on the back. The back and tail have some discoloration around two small turquoise-colored stones. The background is a solid light purple color. The object appears to be an ornamental piece, titled "Pectoral in the Shape of a Leopard".
Artwork Details
- Date
- 6th century BCE
- Medium
- Gold with turquoise inlay
- Culture
- North China
- Dimensions
- 600 × 460 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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