Edo. <em>Relief Plaque</em>, mid–20th century. Copper alloy, Other: 10 1/4 x 9 1/4 in., 13 lb. (26 x 23.5 cm, 5.9kg). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Arturo and Paul Peralta-Ramos, 56.6.68. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: Brooklyn Museum, 56.6.68_PS1.jpg)

Relief Plaque

Artist:Edo

Medium: Copper alloy

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Dates:mid–20th century

Dimensions: Other: 10 1/4 x 9 1/4 in., 13 lb. (26 x 23.5 cm, 5.9kg)

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Accession Number: 56.6.68

Image: 56.6.68_PS1.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Bronze plaque in relief, almost all constructed within a square frame of the same material. Large, standing, central, female figure with clenched fists is surrounded by six smaller figures, probably attendants. She wears a decorated conical cap, five-ringed collar, arm ornaments, bands crossing the front of her body revealing uncovered breasts, decorated skirt, ringed anklets, and sandals. Each of the six smaller figures carries a different object. Relief plaque is mounted on wood.

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