Winged Dragon, one of pair, 5th-4th century BCE

Description

Ancient Chinese bronze winged dragon, 5th-4th century BCE, now in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art. From the dragon's description on artsmia.org: "The sculptural quality of these dashing beasts is conveyed by their stances, the proud carriage of their heads, and the apparent agility of their bodies. The forceful comma-shaped tails and their jaunty tufts, as well as the double-rope patterns on the moustaches, are typical elements of Warring States period art." More information: https://collections.artsmia.org/art/1046/winged-dragon-one-of-a-pair-china