SculptureJapanese

BUDDHIST TERRA COTTA VOTIVE PLAQUE

Heian period,

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Ceramic

Culture

Japanese

Period

Heian period, 794-1185

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 17.46 x W. 17.15 cm (6 7/8 x 6 3/4 in.)

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