SculptureChinese6th century

Standing Warrior Wearing Helmet with Protective Neck and Ear Flaps, Cape, and Pointed Boots, His Hands Resting atop a Vertical, Sheathed Sword

first third 6th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Molded, gray earthenware with cold-painted pigments

Culture

Chinese

Period

Northern Wei, 386-534

Century

6th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

32.5 x 9.5 x 6 cm (12 13/16 x 3 3/4 x 2 3/8 in.)

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