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What is "Haniwa Horse”?
The Haniwa Horse is a distinct,
unglazed terracotta clay figurine
from Japan's Kofun Period (3rd-7th centuries),
placed on burial mounds as funerary art,
symbolizing power and military prowess, often adorned with detailed,
bell-laden saddles and harnesses showing early Japanese horse culture.
These figures, made from simple clay coils,
served as spiritual guardians for the deceased,
representing important steeds with elaborate trappings like stirrups,
bells, and decorative flank pieces.
Many famous examples are housed in Japanese museums,
like the Tokyo National Museum,
showcasing detailed harnesses with multiple bells.
- Terracotta horse statue
- Historical treasures
- Equestrian culture in ancient Japan
