Art of the Western Regions
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Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 3
May 11, 2021 (Tue) - June 20, 2021 (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 Female Tomb Figure | Astana-Karakhoja Tombs, China, Ōtani collection | Tang dynasty, 8th century | TC-480 | |||
| Highlight | Head of a Male Tomb Figure | Astana-Karakhoja Tombs, China, Ōtani collection | Tang dynasty, 8th century | TC-481 | |||
| Highlight | Warrior Tomb Figure | Astana-Karakhoja Tombs, China, Ōtani collection | Tang dynasty, 8th century | TC-482 |