SculptureChinese6th century

Two Striding, Armor-Clad, Bearded Warriors Wearing Helmets with Protective Neck and Ear Flaps, One with Mouth Open, One with Mouth Closed, Their Hands Positioned to Hold Weapons

first third 6th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Molded, gray earthenware with traces of cold-painted pigments

Culture

Chinese

Period

Northern Wei, 386-534

Century

6th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

34.5 x 13 x 19.5 cm (13 9/16 x 5 1/8 x 7 11/16 in.)

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