SculptureChinese6th century

Standing, Armor-Clad Guardian Warrior Wearing Pointed Boots and Helmet with Protective Neck and Ear Flaps, His Left Hand Holding a Shield Embellished with an Animal Mask, His Right Hand Positioned to Hold a Lance or Spear

534 - 577

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Molded, medium gray earthenware with cold-painted pigments over white ground

Culture

Chinese

Period

Eastern Wei (534-550) to Northern Qi (550-577)

Century

6th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 49.5 x W. 16 x D. 12 cm (19 1/2 x 6 5/16 x 4 3/4 in.)

Provenance

Anthony M. Solomon, New York (by 2003), gift; to Harvard University Art Museums, 2003.

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