Object Description
An extremely fine terracotta statuette of a warrior, dating between the Eastern Han Period and the Jin Dynasty. The warrior is shown kneeling, with one knee bent behind, in the classic hoplite stance. His right hand is raised in the act of holding something, possibly a spear or a sword, while his left hand holds a long shield, featuring a high mid rib and raised knobs. The figure is also wearing a pointed hat. Traces of the original reddish pigment are still visible to the surface.
Date: Circa 25-420 AD
Period: Eastern Han Dynasty-Jin Dynasty