Head of Bodhisattva

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HADB N° : 121
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : KM 62.3.109, NKM 04.3.51
Findspot : Tapa-i Kafarihā
Dimensions : h = 15 cm
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restoration

Description :

The only distinguishing feature of the hairstyle is a front bun with a twist. The face is framed by wavy, flame-like locks. The style is reminiscent of certain Central Asian works. A fold marks the neck and the deformed earlobes bear small pearls.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 69 a

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 448, K.p. Ha. 1257.324

MIZUNO Seiichi - 1963 - The Ancient Art of Afghanistan - P. 123