A Majapahit Empire Terracotta Head, Indonesia, 14th Century brooches that were commissioned by

brooches that were commissioned by a jeweller often represented the personal connection the wearer would have to music or harmony

with light wear to the gilt decoration

1918 - 2011)

in particular the edges due to light and moisture exposure

A Majapahit Empire Terracotta Head, Indonesia, 14th Century brooches that were commissioned byA large terracotta head of a woman, finely modelled with softly articulated features, her hair drawn and gathered to the left side of the head. Traces of earrings remain visible, originally more pronounced and likely formed as floral ornaments. A good example of Majapahit terracotta sculpture, dating to the 14th15th century. Mounted on a custom walnut museum stand for display (removable). The Majapahit Empire, among the last great Hindu polities of