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Head of a Male Haniwa Figure

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The head of a Haniwa figure with a light-brown color and a smooth texture. The figure has a rounded head with a flat top. The face is simplified with small features, including a small nose, thin lips, and small eyes represented by horizontal slits. The head is mounted on a black rectangular base. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Medium
Earthenware
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
389 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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