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Haniwa Cylinder

Museum No.
JK226

Cylindrical haniwa developed out of Yayoi period earthenware jars, and they were produced from the 3rd to the 6th century. Numerous such haniwa would be lined up to encircle the top of burial mounds.

Japan-Kofun (Tumulus)

Title Haniwa Cylinder
Designation
Artist
Category Archaeology (J), Haniwa
Country Japan
Period Kofun (Tumulus)
Century 6th
Year
Quantity
Materials
Dimensions Height 49.5cm Mouse diameter 28cm
Inscription by
Signature/Seals Etc
Donor Yamanaka Jiro
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