Head of a Clay Tomb Sculpture (Haniwa)
Reddish-brown clay sculpture of a human head and neck. Triangular patterns cover the top of the head. The face has oval holes for eyes and mouth. The neck has a series of circular protrusions around it. The base of the sculpture is uneven and has a rough edge. The sculpture appears to be a representation of a Haniwa, a type of ancient Japanese tomb figure. The background is light grey.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 5th–early 6th century
- Medium:
- Earthenware with painted, incised, and applied decoration
- Culture:
- Japan
- Dimensions:
- 500 × 625 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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