India · Mauryan period · ca. 3rd century B.C.
Asian ArtSculptureca. 3rd century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Shard |
| Medium | Terracotta |
| Dimensions | H. 2 in. (5.1 cm); W. 2 5/8in. (6.7cm) |
| Classification | Sculpture |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Date | ca. 3rd century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Cynthia Hazen Polsky, 1985 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | India |
| Period | Mauryan period |
| Date Range | 299 BC – 200 BC |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 38363