SculptureChinese7th century

One of a Pair of Earth Spirit Tomb Figurines in the Form of Fantastic Winged Creatures (Feline 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

27.7 x 13.2 x 16.3 cm (10 7/8 x 5 3/16 x 6 7/16 in.)

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