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Cap-Shaped Plaque with Lion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden circular plaque with a lion's head in the center. The lion's head has a large nose and mouth, and its eyes are depicted as small circles. The plaque has a beaded border around the edge. The background of the plaque features intricate swirling patterns. The plaque is set against a plain gray background. The artist of this piece is unknown.

Artwork details

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