Head of Bodhisattva
Tapa Kalān - Figure
Bodhisattva head, very eroded, with a Hellenistic profile. Two rows of curls frame the forehead, which is encircled by a headband. The rest of the hair is raised above the head, held in place by a small band to form a horizontal palmette.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 72d
TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 436, K.p. Ha. 1214.281