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Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th C.

$5,800
£4,346.03
€5,094.82
CA$8,122.86
A$9,104.33
CHF 4,766.24
MX$112,342.04
NOK 59,872.91
SEK 56,359.42
DKK 38,007.65
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Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Aged Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th Century Tumulus Period (AD 250-552) Haniwa means “circle of clay”. DIMENSIONS: Height of head: 9 inches (23 cm) Height of head w/ base: 13.5 inches (34.5 cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 3rd/4th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine photos attentively, as they are part of the description. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819344952392

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