For your consideration is a Japanese terracotta haniwa figure of a warrior in tank body armor. Haniwa were important ritualistic statues buried with the dead in Japan during the 3rd to 6th Centuries CE. A similar example is found at the Tokyo National Museum. This example measures 10" in height and weighs 1 pound, 13 ounces.

Provenance: From the private collection of Lillian Smith of Terrell Hills, Texas.

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Item is in excellent condition with no repair. The figure retains a felt cushion on its foot to protect the sculpture and any surface from contact damage - this is easily removed, if so desired. Please see all images and entire listing for more information on condition

10 x 5 x 4 in

29 oz