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December Gallery Auction

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 01:00PM EST
Lot 3476

Japanese Haniwa Teracotta Head on Base

Estimate: $400 - $600

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Japanese Haniwa Teracotta Head on Base. A terracotta Haniwa head, shaped with stylized facial features including recessed eyes, a defined browline, and an open mouth. One side preserves a vertical ear-like projection. The surface shows natural clay textures and tooling marks. Mounted on a wooden display stand. {Approximate dimensions - height of head: 6 3/4 inches, with base: height 12 1/4 inches}.  

Condition

Cracks, losses. Ask the Asian Art Department for more information.

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