One of Two Standing, Armor-Clad Archers, Each Wearing Boots, a Scaled 'Liangdang' Breastplate, a Pointed, Vertically Fluted Helmet, and an Arrow-Filled Quiver, and Each with His Right Hand Positioned at His Chest, Left Hand at His Side
first third 6th century
Dimensions
23.5 x 6.5 x 7 cm (9 1/4 x 2 9/16 x 2 3/4 in.)
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