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Pair of Majapahit Kneeling Terracotta Figurines Java, Indonesia, c. 1500

$500
£378.70
€434.93
CA$700.66
A$761.76
CHF 403.89
MX$9,131.60
NOK 5,133.20
SEK 4,702.71
DKK 3,250.54

About the Item

A visibly old pair of mold-formed terracota women kneeling, dating to the Majapahit Empire circa the 15th century. These were excavated amongst the shrines of Mount Penganggungan, East Java, Indonesia. Terracotta pottery was an important craft during the Majapahit era. Dimensions: height 12 cm x width 5 cm x depth 5 cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 1.97 in (5 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 15th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Jimbaran, ID
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5881226719722

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