SculptureChinese7th century

One of a Pair of Earth Spirit Tomb Figurines in the Form of Fantastic Winged Creatures (Human Face)

early 7th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Lead-glazed funerary ware: molded white earthenware with lead-fluxed pale yellow glaze

Culture

Chinese

Period

Sui (581-618) to Tang (618-907) dynasty

Century

7th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

30.3 x 12.8 x 16.2 cm (11 15/16 x 5 1/16 x 6 3/8 in.)

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