Cap-Shaped Plaque with Lion
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
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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