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12. Guardian Warrior
China
Tang Dynasty; 8th century
Molded, white earthenware with cold-painted pigments, gold leaf, and oxidized silver leaf
60.5 x 37.5 x 20.5 cm

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Detail: close up

Standing, Helmeted, Armor-Clad, Mustachioed Guardian Warrior of So-Called Lokapala or "Heavenly King" Type, with His Right Hand Raised and the Tail of His Garment Billowing in the Wind, Trampling a Supine Demon.


Collection of Anthony M. Solomon.
Photo by Maggie Nimkin.
Photo courtesy of Harvard University Art Museums.

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