Head of Bodhisattva
Tapa Kalān - Figure
The hair is treated in rows of small tight curls framing the forehead. This Bodhisattva wears a high tiara surrounding a bun. It consists of an ornate twisted band of cloth with a central decoration. He appears to be wearing earrings, the details of which are not visible. His chubby, square face is reminiscent of some Central Asian works.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 94 i
TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 437, K.p. Ha. 1216.283