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Haniwa Male Figurine Holding Shield

Museum No.
JK408

Figurines of people and waterfowls were widely produced in the late Kofun period (ca. 250-ca. 600). Human-shaped figurines include a standing type and a bust type. Busts of female figurines, however, are very rare. Male figurines depict warriors, musicians, peasants, and sumô wrestlers, while female ones represent shrine maidens and women carrying babies in their arms or carrying them on their backs. Human-shaped figurines have been found in large numbers, particularly in the Kantô region. Various combinations of figurines were arranged on top and in front of the tumulus for ceremonial services.

Japan-Kofun (Tumulus)

Title Haniwa Male Figurine Holding Shield
Designation
Artist
Category Archaeology (J), Haniwa
Country Japan
Period Kofun (Tumulus)
Century 6th
Year
Quantity
Materials
Dimensions Lnegth 116.8cm 38cm 42cm
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