Bust of Warrior

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HADB N° : 418
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Findspot : Pratès
Number of Findspot : 3
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

This warrior in a Atlas-like position is wearing a polygonal helmet and a thick, edged tunic with an elaborate collar. His hands are firmly clasped in a strap or lasso over his shoulder. The soldier's eyebrows are furrowed and his lips are parted.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 110 b

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 463, K.p. Ha. 1310.377