Plaque, M.C. 6783(3)

Production date: between -299 and -100 dating in century: 3rd-2nd century bc. Ad type of object(s): archaeology, metal, metal arts, china name(s): jewel - adornment materials and techniques: bronze comment on the place of discovery: north china dimensions - artwork: height: 5. 8cm length: 12cm description: the frame is decorated with regular rectangular depressions. Two wolves are arranged symmetrically, back to back and turning their heads towards each other, unless it is towards a central element which is now illegible. Iconographic description: fantasy animal decor themes / subjects / places represented: fabulous creature acquisition method: manual donation name of donor, testator, seller: vever, henri date of acquisition: 05–05–1924 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 6783. Date: Entre -299 et -100.