model head

Japanese model head with a striking expression. It has short hair on the top of the head and on the eyebrows. The mouth is open, showing teeth. Both eyes are directed upwards, showing the whites of the eyes. The face has lifelike contours, showing veins. On the reverse, there is an iron nail at the top, and a string for suspension.

object
MUSEUM NUMBER
973ii
PLACE
COLLECTION
MEASUREMENTS
overall: 166 mm x 138 mm x 83 mm
MATERIAL/TECHNIQUE
wood; hair; glass; paint
CATEGORY
Anthropology: Ethnography
LOCATION
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