Head of Bodhisattva
Bāgh Gaï - Figure
This Bodhisattva wears a turban consisting of three superposed bands of cloth. A central square clasp joins the top band and the edge band. It seems that a decoration, perhaps a palmette, has adorned the top of the headdress. The face is soft and idealised and the style is reminiscent of certain Central Asian works.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 81 a
TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 403, K.p. Ha. 1086.153