Head In Tuff Majapahit Kingdom

Head of a deity or dignitary of the Majapahit court, Sumatra, 13th/15th century. Made of tuff, a volcanic rock formed by the accumulation of ash and debris thrown up during eruptions. Although the Majapahit kingdom developed from Java, it presents a stylized headdress of Sumatran art of the time. The kingdom expanded to Sumatra in 1377 by annexing Sriwijaya. This head is therefore to be dated to the end of the 14th century. Head only H 9 cm x W 8 cm x D 9 cm H on base 16 cm Provenance: Claude de Marteau Collection Sold with certificate of provenance. 3 Majapahit heads are available (Unit price) See this tuff head of the Majapahit Kingdom in full screen mode on Vintage Addict