Head of god Indra or a Bodhisattva
Tapa-i Kafarihā - Figure
HADB N° : 253
Technique : Modelling Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Findspot : Tapa-i Kafarihā
Dimensions : 9.8 cm Traces of Polychromy : No Type of Restoration : No restauration
Description :
This character could be Indra, a Bodhisattva or a secondary deity. He wears a pre-formed turban placed at an angle. The turban is decorated with wide borders, medallions and plates, which sometimes fix the bands of passementerie. The hair is represented by flame-shaped strands that descend to the nape of the neck. The face is smiling and idealised.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 80 a