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Indonesian Majapahit Terracotta Head of a Male, circa 14th Century
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A charming head of a young male, Majapahit Empire, region of Trowulan, Eastern Java, Indonesia, 13th-14th century.
The head well sculpted as a smiling, youthful male with buck teeth. Although somewhat encrusted from burial, and suffering scorch marks from fire, the details and facial expression are still unmistakable.
Terracotta heads of this type have been found extensively around the site of Trowulan, East Java. The heads are almost always found independently, with no bodies in sight. It is thought that these figures represent offerings to the gods for bountiful harvests.
The Majapahit Empire was a powerful and wealthy maritime Empire based in Eastern Java that flourished during the 13th-16th centuries. Controlling most of the trade routes through the Strait of Malacca and the Java Sea.
Mounted on a fitted midcentury oak stand.
Height of head only: 4.25"
Provenance: Estate of Hellen and Joe Darion.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)Depth: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1300
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. With soil encrustations and weathering from burial, and scorch marks from sacrificial fire.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU894714970612
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