Art of the Western Regions
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Head of a Demon, Kumtura Caves, ChinaOtani collection, 7th-8th century
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 3
July 7, 2020 (Tue) - August 16, 2020 (Sun)This part introduces art of the Western Regions (Central Asia) from about the 1st to the 10th century, with a focus on Buddhist art. The highlight of this part is the rich variety of works with high artistic and historical significance.
| Designation | Name | Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance |
Period | Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number |
CMT | ||
| Highlight | Head of a Demon | Kumtura Caves, China, Ōtani collection | 7th-8th century | TC-455 | |||
| Highlight | Head of a Buddha | Khotan, China, Ōtani collection | 3rd-4th century | TC-456 | On exhibit through July 9, 2020 | ||
| Head of a Deva | Yarkhoto, China, Otani collection | Tang dynasty, 7th-8th century | TC-458 | On exhibit from July 10, 2020 |