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Plaque with Phoenix

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden circular plaque with a bird in the center, possibly a phoenix. The plaque has a scalloped edge. The bird has a long curved beak and one leg visible. Its feathers are intricately designed. The plaque is gold-colored. The background of the image is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
7th–9th century
Medium
Gold
Culture
China (Xinjiang Autonomous Region, Central Asia)
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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