Head of Bodhisattva
Tapa Kalān - Figure
HADB N° : 67
Technique : Modelling Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : Guimet Museum Museum Registration Number : MG 17205 Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Number of Findspot : A-B Dimensions : 22 cm Traces of Polychromy : No Type of Restoration : No restoration
Description :
The facial traits of Indian inspiration. The hair is encased in a composite pearl tiara, decorated with a central pyramidal pearl and tightened behind by two discs. The hair is treated in waves running from front to back. The facial lines, slightly asymmetrical due to the nose, are charming, delicate and idealized. The deformed earlobes have small square beads.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 31
