Bust of Warrior

Bāgh Gaï - Figure


HADB N° : 420
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Findspot : Bāgh Gaï
Number of Findspot : 12
Dimensions : 13 cm
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration
Description :

This beheaded warrior appears to be bare-chested, with his left shoulder and arm covered by a cloak. Two straps crossed over the chest are held by a circular medallion. The soldier holds the hilt of his sword in his left hand but from below, as if to present it. Perhaps he was holding the blade with his right hand.


Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 109 a

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 461, K.p. Ha. 1305.372