A haniwa red pottery figure of a horse Kofun Period, 6th Century
A haniwa red pottery figure of a horse
Kofun Period, 6th century
Modeled as a stylized horse standing foursquare and caparisoned with a saddle with stirrups, surcingle, bridle and decorative trappings across the haunches, the tall upright mane finished with a 'comb-tooth' pattern repeated on the body; with a modern plexiglass display stand
26 1/4in (66.7cm) high
Sold for US$ 48,800 inc. premium

Category: Asian Art / Japanese Art


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