Feline-headed Guardian Beast (Zhenmushou)
Unknown
Tang dynasty (618–907), 1st half of 8th century
Medium
Earthenware with three-color (sancai) lead glazes and traces of pigments
Dimensions
H.: 100.7 cm (39 5/8 in.)
Classification
earthenware
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
46261
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...