Head of Bodhisattva

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HADB N° : 64
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 34
Findspot : Gār-Naô
Number of Findspot : 5
Traces of Polychromy : Yes
Type of Restoration : No restoration

Description :

Bodhisattva head wearing a skullcap bordered by goldsmith's elements and surmounted by a polygonal top. The hair falls in loose strands framing the face. The face is idealised and of Indian style: half-closed eyes, slight smile, full cheeks. The earlobes are deformed.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 73a

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 400, K.p. Ha. 1075.142