Architectural Brick with Ogre Mask
Unknown
Tang dynasty (A.D. 618–907), probably second half of 8th century
Medium
Molded terracotta with traces of slip pigment
Dimensions
42 × 36.2 × 11.4 cm (16 1/2 × 14 1/4 × 4 1/2 in.)
Classification
earthenware
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
103303
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...