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Applique

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a rocking horse titled "Applique" by an unknown artist. A rocking horse with a stitched appearance is centered in the image. The horse faces the left side of the frame. It has a large eye and small circular nose. A decorative saddle and bridle are on the horse. The horse stands on a dark base. The horse's head and tail are raised. The horse's mane appears to have a decorative element on top.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th–early 20th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 495 px
Museum record:
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