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Tomb Guardian

DateTang dynasty, late 7th–early 8th century
GeographyChina, Asia
MediumUnglazed earthenware with unfired pigments and gilding
Dimensionsheight: 35 1/2 in. (90.2 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. David M. Levitt (Norma Uttal, Class of 1937)
Object number1959.8
Status
On view
RightsCopyright is retained in accordance with U.S. Copyright laws
Photo creditDavis Museum at Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
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