Winged dragon, one of a pair, 5th–4th century BCE

Winged dragon, one of a pair

5th–4th century BCE · Metalwork, Sculpture · 17.78 × 20.8 cm

Can I see it?

Yes, on view now

Where is “Winged dragon, one of a pair” now? Minneapolis Institute of Art, G214, Minneapolis. Yes, on view now. Checked September 29, 2026.

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Minneapolis, United States

RoomG214

Closed· opens at 11:00 AM

On public display.

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The museum

About the sculpture

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.

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Details

Accession number
50.46.37.1

In the catalog

Sources

In the same room · G214, Minneapolis Institute of Art

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