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Guan Yu

Guan Yu

Artist: Chinese

Date: 1368–1644 (Ming Dynasty)
Medium: stone with polychrome
Dimensions:
Overall: 11 x 8 in. (27.9 x 20.3 cm)
Credit Line:Museum Purchase
Object number: 1929.217.1
Guan Yu was a warrior who died in 219 AD. As a god, he does not necessarily bless those who go to battle but people who observe the code of brotherhood and righteousness.
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