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A work made of bronze.

Mask

Western Zhou dynasty ( 1046–771 BC ), about 9th century BC

China Reportedly found in Shaanxi province

China

The function of this mask is not certain. It may have served as a bridle plaque for a horse, an ornament for a chariot, or, sewn onto leather, as chest armor for a soldier.

Bronze

Arts of Asia