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Spirit guardian
Spirit guardian

Spirit guardian

Place of OriginChina
Date618-907
DynastyTang dynasty (618-907)
MaterialsEarthenware with painted decoration
DimensionsH. 19 in x W. 9 1/4 in x D. 8 1/4 in, H. 48.3 cm x W. 23.5 cm x D. 21.0 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1146
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
Location
  • Gallery Location   Gallery 15
Text Entries
In addition to their spectacular sculptural form, guardians of this type were often brightly painted. Look closely at this piece and you will see traces of bright color and gold presumably applied for viewers in the underworld.