Mask of a monster like animal (t'ao-tieh); carved interrupted outline; incised double line on both sides, detailed features of the mask on the front side, one at the edge of each 'jaw' of the animal mask. Calcified green jade; traces of earth like substance on the back.

Animal Face Appliqué, 1766-1122 BCE

Unknown artist, expand_more

Calcified green jadeexpand_more

Bequest of Alfred F. Pillsburyexpand_more  50.46.266

On View in Gallery 215expand_more
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Animal Face Appliqué
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Accession Number
50.46.266
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Mask of a monster like animal (t'ao-tieh); carved interrupted outline; incised double line on both sides, detailed features of the mask on the front side, one at the edge of each 'jaw' of the animal mask. Calcified green jade; traces of earth like substance on the back.